Posted in South Dakota
October 27, 2018
If You Can Pronounce These 8 Words, You’ve Lived In South Dakota For Far Too Long
Did you know that there is a really easy way to spot a South Dakotan? No, it isn’t their accent or because they are one of the most kind and generous people you know (though that is a good indicator), but rather that they can pronounce these 8 words:
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Let's begin with the most obvious: our beloved South Dakota state dish that consists of tender meat on a skewer. If you, my friend, cannot pronounce this word, you are obviously not a native South Dakotan.
I feel that this one should be pretty straightforward (scotch-er-roo), but I have heard it botched a number of times. If you are unable to correctly say this delicious word, there will be no peanut butter bars covered in chocolate for you!
What do you call a "stream, brook, or minor tributary of a river"? If you did not say "crick," you need to get out now.
Seeing as though everyone in South Dakota has strong German ties, the word "kolache" is usually our babies' first word.
Not from South Dakota and/or Germany? Good luck pronouncing this one!
Last German word, I promise (though I have to admit that this is both a lot of fun and a great walk down memory lane).
If something is kaput, it means it is done for and finished... kaput is just a much more fun way of saying it!
Say this word out loud... did you pronounce it "wrassle"? Congratulations; you are an official South Dakotan.
For even more South Dakota fun, click on Here Are The 11 Things You Never Knew About South Dakota… But Should.
