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Awwright me babber? Ow biss?

Not only is Brizzle a unique city to visit, we also have our own distinct local dialect! Fans of Little Britain's "Yeh-but-no-but" Vicky Pollard will already be familiar with the dulcet tones of the Bristolian accent, but for those new to the city here's our quick guide to how to speak Bristolian!

'Awwright me babber' or 'Awwright me luvver' (Alright my friend?) are Bristolian greetings, and you may wish to add 'Ow biss?' (How are you?)

Bristolians are warm and welcoming, we pride ourselves on doing a 'proper job', if you're lost just ask 'Where's it to?' (Where is it?) and if you like something, it's 'gert lush'.

Yer tiz (Here it is) Innit (Isn't it) Wern it (Wasn't it) ant (hasn't) are just a few of many words unique to the West Country dialect. L's are frequently added to sentences, so 'Idea' becomes 'ideal', and 'mind' is added to the end of sentences to emphasise 'You know what I mean'.

Around the city you may find yourself in 'Bemmy' (Bedminster), 'Embray' (Henbury) or 'Taardown' (Totterdown) or you may venture further afield to 'Baff' (Bath)

And if you're travelling by bus, then don't forget the obligatory 'Churz drive' (Cheers/Thank you driver) as you disembark!

>> Navigate your way around the local dialect with the hilarious Dictionary of Brizzle, just £5.95 +P&P from Bristol Gift Shop. Featuring Bristolian phrases, and a How Bristle Are You quiz, it's essential reading for all visitors to Bristol.