Arkansas might be known as the Natural State, but it’s also home to a natural language that outsiders just don’t quite get. Whether you’re from the Delta, the Ozarks, or somewhere in between, there’s a special rhythm to the way Arkansans talk. It’s part Southern, part country, and all charm—with a few phrases that’ll have tourists scratching their heads and locals nodding knowingly over sweet tea and catfish.
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1. “Bless it.”
Translation: A shorter, more efficient cousin of “Bless your heart.”
Can be used for broken things, pitiful situations, or even just a squirrel that made bad life choices.
2. “That road’s rougher than a cob.”
Translation: The potholes are practically geological features…