Jeet Yet?
In Appalachian and Southern speech, "Jeet yet?" is a quick, friendly way of asking "Did you eat yet?" It’s a hallmark of relaxed, informal talk - often a greeting as much as a question.
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'Jeet yet?' is something you'll hear out in the country for sure. 'Jeet yet?' is something you'll hear out in the country for sure. Pronunciation
Meaning & Usage
- Did you eat yet? (informal question)
Jeet yet? There’s cornbread on the table.Not yet, but I’m fixin’ to.Origin and Etymology
A classic example of elision-compressing words in fast speech. Chiefly South, South Midland, and Appalachian, with roots going back at least to the late 19th century in dialect writing.
Usage Notes
Still widely used in Southern and Appalachian talk, especially among older speakers. Outside the region it’s often recognized as a humorous or stereotypical rendering of rural speech but is rooted in genuine everyday language.
Say It Like a Southerner
Say it as one smooth word: "jeet-yet?" with no pause between. It’s the compressed form of "Did you eat yet?"