Innit
"Isn't it" — a British tag used to seek agreement or as a general affirmation.
Definitions
A contraction of "isn't it," used at the end of a statement to invite agreement, like "right?" or "you know?"
In MLE, it broadened into a general affirmation or filler, even where "isn't it" wouldn't grammatically fit.
Can stand alone to mean "exactly" or "I agree."
Innit In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
"Innit" is a contraction of "isn't it," long common in British English and broadened in Multicultural London English into a general tag and affirmation. It spread nationally through grime and youth culture.
People Also Ask
What does innit mean?
Innit means "isn't it" — a British tag used to seek agreement or as a general affirmation.
Where did innit come from?
It's a contraction of "isn't it" that broadened in Multicultural London English into a general tag.
Can innit mean "I agree"?
Yes — in MLE it's often used alone to mean "exactly" or "I agree."
How do you use innit in a sentence?
For example: "cold today, innit" — inviting agreement.
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