Low German Mennonite word still used in English conversations. Directly translates to “that side” which means from another town, but used in a derogatory slanderous way, heavily laced with insult and spit. You would never let your kids date them inbred slutty dingalings from “there”.. Kind of the redneck menno way of saying the “wrong side of the tracks”
Gertrude noticed Jacob from across the church isle.. “yoma he’s handsome” she whispered to Elda.
“Yes, too bad he’s from Yant Zeed” Elda muttered.
“Yes, too bad he’s from Yant Zeed” Elda muttered.
by T&K t November 1, 2021