Arkansas slang is equal parts Razorback ritual, river life, and small-town place names that sound made up until you’ve stood under the sign. If these roll off your tongue without a second thought, you didn’t just pass through—you grew up Natural State native.
Woo Pig Sooie
The famous Hog call. Equal parts hello, victory lap, and “turn up the TV.”
Callin’ the Hogs
The ritual itself. You cup your hands, draw it out, and neighbors know the score without checking their phones.
The Hill
The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. “Back up on The Hill” = classes, Dickson Street, and a fall Saturday schedule.
NWA
Shorthand for Northwest Arkansas (Bentonville–Fayetteville–Rogers–Springdale). If you say “I’m in NWA,” locals ask “what exit off the 49?”
Pig Trail
The curvy, tree-tunneled byway (AR-23) beloved by bikers and leaf-peepers. Also an unofficial metaphor for any scenic detour.
Fayettechill
A playful nickname for Fayetteville’s outdoorsy vibe (and a local brand). Means hammocks, trailheads, and brew patios.
The Rock
Little Rock to locals. “Headed to The Rock for a Travs game and River Market tacos.”
Spa City
Hot Springs, thanks to bathhouses and thermal history. “Birthday weekend in Spa City” = scenic hikes + soaks.
The Delta
Eastern Arkansas along the Mississippi—flat fields, blues roots, and duck blinds. You know which levee roads flood first.
Cheese Dip
Not “queso.” In Arkansas, it’s cheese dip and yes, you judge restaurants by it.
Toad Suck
A real place (and festival) near Conway. “See you at Toad Suck Daze” requires no further explanation.
Float the Buffalo
Short for paddling the Buffalo National River. If the water’s right, your weekend is already booked.
Green Timber
Duck-hunting in flooded hardwoods, an Arkansas specialty. “In the green timber at daylight” is poetry to some ears.
The Natural State
The statewide nickname locals actually use. Works as a lifestyle descriptor and a humblebrag.
The Travs
The Arkansas Travelers (minor league baseball). “Friday night with the Travs” = cheap seats, foul balls, fireworks.
Arkansas slang is a map you can taste—smoky grills, cheese dip, and river water. It’s how you sort Razorbacks from visitors and pick the best back roads without opening a map app. If this list felt like home, you’ve earned your spot on the tailgate…