15 Southern Phrases Northerners Will Never Understand

Living in the South means you move a little slower when the heat of the day hits; you appreciate air conditioning and anyone who cooks, so you don’t have to. But when it comes to speaking the language of the South, it takes a little getting used to.

Here’s a guide to help you the next time you wander South of Mason-Dixon.

Yonder

There are several versions of this saying. “Right Yonder” or “Over Yonder” are the two most common examples of a word that means “over there.”

‘Til the Cows Come Home

People often use it when conversing with children to exaggerate how long something will take to finish.

Y’all

In Michigan, most people will say “you guys” when referring to a group of people. Being a proper Southerner, however, my husband uses “Y’all.”

It Doesn’t Amount to a Hill of Beans

This phrase conveys that something isn’t worth your time or effort.

Fixin’ To

This phrase can mean anything you’re planning to do in the future. However, it usually refers to something you’re hoping to do.

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