It’s rather amazing when you go from one place to another – in the same country – and then haven’t a clue about what they’re saying. There’s regional slang, of course, which almost no-one can understand.
For example, Yinz, from Pittsburgh, USA. Whaaa? That means you all (not to be mistaken with y’all.) Or how about Whoopensocker, from Wisconsin, USA? It’s a superlative substitute for “incredible”. Then there’s Dust bunnies, which are the accumulated bundles of link that always end up in the corner of your living area. And these are just North American peculiarities. The rest of the planet have even more and even funnier ones. What a joy to learn, memorise and then befuddle your friends with.
But there surely the headquarters of this language in the USA is in Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard. Repeat after me “Da Cape & Da Eye-lants.” Any guesses what that means? No? It’s “the Cape and the Islands.” In this case, it’s Cape Cod, located in Massachusetts, offers a variety of attractions and experiences that make it a popular destination for visitors. The region features picturesque beaches with pristine sand dunes, rolling sandbars, and sparkling blue waters. The Cape Cod National Seashore, encompassing 40 miles of coastline, provides breathtaking vistas and opportunities for hiking, swimming, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities. And for those history buffs, Cape Cod has a rich historical heritage, with its roots dating back to the arrival of the Pilgrims in 1620.
Watch the video below to prepare yourself for these foreign tongues, but also a fab time. Only 4 hours from New York City, and there are buses and ferries to get you there. Or you can rent a car.
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