13 Words And Phrases People In Mississippi Just Don't Understand
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Just like we have our own way of speaking here in Mississippi, residents of other states use words and phrases specific to their own home towns. And while it’s obvious what these out-of-towners are implying, their words and phrases just aren’t in the everyday vocabulary of most Mississippians. So, here are 13 words and phrases that will leave Mississippians scratching their heads (not because they’re confused, just because they’re trying to figure out where you’re from).
In Mississippi it’s "y’all." No exceptions.
Here in Mississippi, soft drinks are called "cokes." You may hear them referred to as "sodas" from time to time but never "pop."
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About to? What is this nonsense? Nope, here in the Magnolia State it’s "fixin’ to." As in "I’m fixin’ to go to Wal-Mart."
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Okay, some may refer to it as a shopping cart, but for the most part it’s a "buggy."
You know those delicious crackers stuffed with peanut butter? Yeah, we like to call them "Nabs."
When describing the location of something, "over yonder" is commonly used and totally acceptable.
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Referring to young children? Then "youngins" is the world you’re looking for.
Want something turned on or off? Using the expression "cut on/off" will do the trick in Mississippi. As in, "cut on the light."
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Just ran into someone you haven’t seen in a while and want to inquire how their family is doing? Simply use the expression, "How’s your mom ’n ’em?"
When a Mississippian is considering something they’ll let you know by using the term "reckon." As in, "I reckon I’ll take another glass of sweet tea."
Okay, obviously Mississippians know what this word means, but they’ll most likely use the word "britches."
When referring to one’s family members, the term "kin" or "kinfolk" is commonly used.
Want a kiss? Better ask for some "sugar."
What words/phrases are missing from this list? Tell us in the comments section below.
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