“Two peas in a pod.” Said about cute couple, best friends and other matches, good or bad. |
“I’m fixin’ to….” Meaning getting ready to do something. |
“Hush your mouth.’ Enough said. |
“Quit being ugly.” In other words, be nice. |
“Gimme some sugar.” Not the actual sweet stuff, but hugs and kisses. Usually said by a grandmother or to a child. |
“How’s your mama?” Almost always an appropriate comment to fill a conversation or an awkward silence. Most likely one knows the mama, is related to the mama or was once related to the mama. |
“Yes ma’am.” Not meant to be offensive related to age, but a term of respect to any woman. This cannot be repeated too often during a stern lecture or talking-to. |
“Finer than frog hair.” Referring to a good-looking person or a general state of feeling fine. |
“Well, I declare.” Usually follows a tidbit of juicy gossip or surprise when other words simply can’t be found. |
“Slower than molasses.” Similar to “Slow as Christmas” referring to an even slower pace than the usual leisurely southern behavior. |
“She wouldn’t be caught dead in public without makeup on.” The mantra of most well-heeled, coiffed, fresh-faced Southern Belles. |
“Stick a fork in me, I’m done.” Referring to being aggravated, tired or even used after a little to much sun. |
“Sight for sore eyes.” Referring to a handsome gentleman or lovely looking lady. |