What is yinz?

"Yinz" is a second-person plural pronoun used primarily in the Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania area. It is similar to "y'all" in the Southern United States or "you guys" in other parts of the country. "Yinz" is a part of the local Pittsburgh English dialect, often referred to as "Pittsburghese." This dialect features unique vocabulary and pronunciation patterns that have been influenced by the diverse groups of immigrants who settled in the region. "Yinz" is derived from the Scots-Irish phrase "you ones" or "you-uns," and it serves as a way to address a group of people collectively. It holds cultural significance in the Pittsburgh area and is often used as a marker of local identity.