A Scottish and Northumbrian dialect contraction of 'do not,' used in everyday speech across Scotland and parts of northern England. You'll hear it in casual conversation, traditional ballads, and Scottish literature alike. It carries an authentic regional flavor that distinguishes native speakers from those attempting a Scottish accent — anyone who says 'dinna fash' (don't worry) instantly sounds the part.
She warned him, 'Dinna go near that dog — it's been in a foul mood all morning.'
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(Scotland, Northumbria) do not.
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