Owt

usgb/aʊt/
pronoun

'Owt' is a term used to mean 'anything' in some British English dialects.

You can do owt you want.
Visual representation of "owt" - 'Owt' is a term used to mean 'anything' in some British English dialects.

Often appears as...

  • you can do owt
  • owt you want

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Regional Usage

Used mainly in Northern England, might not be understood elsewhere without explanation.

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I've been sat here not saying owt for hours.
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Informal Speech

'Owt' is very casual and should be used in informal settings, not in formal writing or speech.

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Do you need owt from the shop?
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Possible Confusion

Listeners unfamiliar with the dialect may confuse 'owt' with 'out'. Clarify if needed.

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She didn’t buy owt yesterday.
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