There are certain words that you will only understand if you are from Illinois. What are some examples of Illinois slang? Here are some words that only your fellow Illinoisians will understand.

1. Washroom
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Sometimes we sound so polite.
2. Sammich
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Also known as a "sandwich."
3. LSD
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Not a drug--it's Lake Shore Drive.
4. Gym shoes
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Also known as sneakers.
5. The "El"
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For non-Chicagoans, this is the name of the train that runs through Chicago.

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6. Pop
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DEFINITELY not soda.
7. Jewels
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This is how we pronounce Jewel-Osco. It is common to put an "S" at the end of store names.
8. Grabowski
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This was a term invented by Ditka to describe the 1985 Bears.
9. Casimir Pulaski
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All Illinois kids love Casimir Pulaski--even if the only thing they know about him is that he gives kids a day off of school.
10. Knee High by the Fourth of July
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A phrase used in Illinois to talk about the height of the corn.

What’s your favorite Illinois slang word?

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