   It’s Untellin’In Appalachian and Southern speech, "it’s untellin’" (often written "it’s untelling") means "there’s no telling" or "it’s hard to say." It’s a regional way to express uncertainty about time, outcome, or circumstances. #SouthernSayings #Appalachia #DialectandGrammar #OldTimers #Southern Hillbilly Dude Says...  Out in the country, you'll hear ‘it’s untellin’’, or ‘hit’s untellin’.’ They mean the same thing. Hillbilly Dude Says... Out in the country, you'll hear ‘it’s untellin’’, or ‘hit’s untellin’.’ They mean the same thing. Pronunciation[ITS un-TELL-in] Meaning & Usage- It’s uncertain; it’s impossible to know (dialect phrase)
Mae:
When will the rain stop?
Earl:
It’s untellin’.variations: there’s no telling, can’t say ★ "It’s untellin’" is the Appalachian/Southern equivalent of "there’s no telling." Using "un-" and dropping the "g" gives it an instantly recognizable dialect flavor. ★ Origin and EtymologyFound in Appalachian and Southern dialect studies, this reflects the older Scots-Irish pattern of "un-" + verb to form an adjective ("untellable"), simplified in speech to "untellin’." Usage NotesStill used among older speakers and in rural communities. Outside the South it’s rare and may puzzle listeners, but it’s a hallmark of authentic Appalachian speech. Say It Like a SouthernerSaid plain: "it’s un-tellin’." The "g" is dropped at the end, giving it a soft, rural sound. | ...
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