Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Barnet (Noun)

What does it mean?

Barnet is an informal noun that means hair, or haircut. It is a piece of Cockney rhyming slang, where 'Barnet Fair' rhymes with 'hair.' Over time, the rhyming part ('Fair') is often dropped, leaving just 'Barnet.'

Is it positive or negative?

It is neutral, simply a casual way to reference hair. It is primarily used in the UK.

When do you use it?

You use it when talking about someone's hairstyle or needing a trip to the hairdresser/barber.

Examples

Example 1: I need to get my barnet trimmed.

Example 2: Look at his barnet after that haircut.

Question for you

Do you ever joke about someone's barnet?

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