Charlotte is nestled in the heart of the South , which means “ Southern hospitality ” is pretty much a indisputable thing around here . Neighbors waving as they drive by , random passersby saying hello on the street – these are all pretty uncouth occurrences . Yet as prissy as we are , we do n’t always mean what we say . In fact , deep down , you ’ll find many of us have the power to turn into some form ofMean Girlscharacter . It ’s just masked in so much Southern hospitality that you ’d never sleep together it . So how can you figure out what Charlotteansactuallymean ? No need : we did all the body of work for you .
“Bless your heart.”
version : You’re an idiot , but I ’m not going to say how I really sense , because that would be crude .
“You’re in Ballantyne?”
rendering : That ’s right smart too far of a effort . I ’m not going to visit you unless there ’s liberal food and spirits .
“So, what do you do?”
displacement : Which bank do you ferment for ? And , more importantly , how much do you make ?
“My favorite NASCAR driver is Junior.”
Translation : I know nothing about NASCAR , but when asked about my favorite gadget driver , I ’ll just say Junior . Everyone like him , right ?
“I live in South End.”
version : I drink craft beer , I brunch on Sundays , and after my CrossFit physical exertion , I like to day booze at the pool .
“It’s so hot outside.”
Translation : I’m going to complain about the heat ALL summertime . Get used to it .
“I live in NoDa.”
Translation : I’m silently judge you for not live in NoDa . Also , I could really utilize a slice of pizza pie the size of it of a Fiat from Benny ’s .
“I’m so busy.”
Translation : You asked me how I ’m doing , but I really do n’t want to tell you about my late assemblage or Netflix splurge . I ’m going with a vague response .
“I’m stuck in traffic.”
Translation : I have n’t left the family yet , but I ’ll pick the dateless construction around Charlotte for my tardiness .
“Oh, you live in Myers Park?”
interlingual rendition : You’re probably rich , a member of a country golf club , have an sempiternal supplying of Croakies and lululemon tank tops , work out out at the Hilliard Studio Method , and drive a BMW . You ’ve been judged .
“Let’s get a beer at Selwyn Avenue Pub.”
Translation : allow ’s see if Michael Jordan stops by !
“Oh, you’re from [insert non-Southern state here]?”
Translation : Oh , mellifluous Lord , it ’s another Yankee who ca n’t tug , is loud , and like to GTL .
“The weather forecast is calling for snow.”
Translation : Please let there be enough C for workplace to be offset tomorrow because I ’m going out tonight .
“I live in Plaza-Midwood.”
Translation : Iloveyoga and hot dog fromThe Diamond Restaurant .
“Should we go out in Uptown this weekend?”
displacement : Please say no , please say no . I ca n’t manage the bachelor girl parties , and there is no agency in hell we are go to the EpiCentre .
“I work out at CrossFit/Pure Barre/Flywheel… "
rendering : My workout is better than your workout . You should control it out , and also see out my butt . Does n’t it look great ?
“I’d like to go some place near me for Sunday brunch.”
rendering : I plan to make this a Sunday Funday and have too much to drink by 2 pm . And since I do n’t want a DUI or to give for an Uber , it needs to be near me . With or without you , this is bump .
“I used to live in University City… "
Translation : When I moved here , I did n’t clear it was n’t part of Charlotte and that I ’d have to repel 20 + bit to get to the metropolis . I did find out , however , to have it away the student - friendly apartment prices and chain eating place … oh human race , I do omit those rolls from O’Charley ’s .
“I’m actuallyfromCharlotte.”
Translation 1 : I grew up outside of Charlotte ( Gastonia , Shelby , Concord ) , but it ’s easier to tell people I ’m from Charlotte .
Translation 2 : I was born and enhance in Charlotte . No , earnestly , I was ! fundamentally what I ’m trying to tell you is that I ’m a unicorn .
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