We’ve polled some native Vermonters from all over and gathered our favorite silly sayings from Vermont. It’s funny how phrases in the NEK don’t translate to Bennington County and Addison residents may not relate to St. Albans speak. There is a lot of variety in our little state! So be sure to add your favorite Vermont-isms in the comments and let’s have a little fun.
- Jeezum Crow!
Flickr/lovro67 This is an old time Vermonter’s favorite way of saying OMG.
- Knee high by the 4th of July
Flickr/Jordan Sangerman This catchy saying is our way of knowing that the corn is growing on schedule. The saying may be old, but still stands true.
- Sugaring Off
Flickr/Wesley Hetrick When you boil down 39 gallons of syrup to get one gallon of finished product. While the rest of the world says “Boiling off” we call it something a little sweeter. Also, think of a similar way of saying “What this boils down to is…”
- You can’t get there from here.
Flickr/Jay Parker Ok, this may heard other places, but it’s something we’ve all said more than once!
- 802
Flickr/Dave Seidman It’s more than just a number… It’s a badge of honor, and it’s one of those things people from Vermont say that you will only understand if you’re from VT or have spent some time in the Green Mountain State.
- All weather tires… HA HA HA!
Flickr/MichelleNMS It’s hard not to say “all weather tires” without following up with a laugh.
- Were you born in Burlington?
Wikipedia.org Because Burlington isn’t really considered Vermont. Also known as, “Burlington isn’t part of Vermont.”
- Leaf Peepers
Flickr/danisbin People who travel to Vermont to check out our foliage. Bonus points if you know what a long line of cars leaf peeping is called!
- Mud Season
Flickr/Putneypics Otherwise known as Vermont’s 5th season. It’s a necessary evil we all endure.
- Woodchuck
Flickr/Lew (tomswift) Holzman These guys and gals have been in Vermont for generations, typically live in very rural areas, can fix anything and have some of the best stories you’ll ever hear.
- Door Yard
Flickr/Charles Wohlers The part of the yard where humans most often enter the house. Not to be confused with “barn yard.”
- Creemee
Flickr/kater Living in Vermont, you can’t ever say t’s a soft serve ice cream, of course! It’s a Creemee!
- By the Jesus
Flickr/Christian Ditaputratama A Vermonter’s way of saying “I swear to God!”
Do you have any quirks about Vermont you’d like to share? We’d love to hear them. Drop your replies below in the comments section.
Flickr/lovro67
This is an old time Vermonter’s favorite way of saying OMG.
Flickr/Jordan Sangerman
This catchy saying is our way of knowing that the corn is growing on schedule. The saying may be old, but still stands true.
Flickr/Wesley Hetrick
When you boil down 39 gallons of syrup to get one gallon of finished product. While the rest of the world says “Boiling off” we call it something a little sweeter. Also, think of a similar way of saying “What this boils down to is…”
Flickr/Jay Parker
Ok, this may heard other places, but it’s something we’ve all said more than once!
Flickr/Dave Seidman
It’s more than just a number… It’s a badge of honor, and it’s one of those things people from Vermont say that you will only understand if you’re from VT or have spent some time in the Green Mountain State.
Flickr/MichelleNMS
It’s hard not to say “all weather tires” without following up with a laugh.
Wikipedia.org
Because Burlington isn’t really considered Vermont. Also known as, “Burlington isn’t part of Vermont.”
Flickr/danisbin
People who travel to Vermont to check out our foliage. Bonus points if you know what a long line of cars leaf peeping is called!
Flickr/Putneypics
Otherwise known as Vermont’s 5th season. It’s a necessary evil we all endure.
Flickr/Lew (tomswift) Holzman
These guys and gals have been in Vermont for generations, typically live in very rural areas, can fix anything and have some of the best stories you’ll ever hear.
Flickr/Charles Wohlers
The part of the yard where humans most often enter the house. Not to be confused with “barn yard.”
Flickr/kater
Living in Vermont, you can’t ever say t’s a soft serve ice cream, of course! It’s a Creemee!
Flickr/Christian Ditaputratama
A Vermonter’s way of saying “I swear to God!”
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sayings from Vermont January 07, 2021 Luke What stereotypes are there about Vermont? Let’s start with the obvious. One stereotype about Vermont that is prevalent is that there’s not much else in our state except for mountains, forests, lakes, and well, more nature. There is also the stereotype that VT is only a holiday destination spot for people from big cities like New York, Boston, and Montreal. Some other obvious stereotypes are that we never have a spring season (instead it’s mud season) or that our winters last longer than half a year, or that everyone is a ski bum and loves maple syrup (this last one is actually pretty true of Vermonters). In reality, though, Vermont has much more to offer than just cold temperatures and bucolic landscapes. What are the worst things about living in Vermont? Vermont is a wonderful place to live, but every state has some negative components to it. So here are a few of the worst things about living in Vermont: 1. It can be frightfully cold in the winter, and our winters can last half a year, no joke. 2. If you want nightlife and other popular city activities, Vermont doesn’t rank so well in comparison to other states. 3. Vermont can be rather expensive to live in. Rent prices, groceries, and real-estate can all be on the pricier side. But these negative aspects pale in comparison to the reasons why living in Vermont is amazing (read below). What are the best things about living in Vermont? There are so many great aspects of living in Vermont. Access to pristine and natural areas and parks, organic and healthy food, environmentally and socially aware residents, friendly locals, and a relaxed and casual way of life, to name just a few. Vermont is a great place to live if you don’t mind living in a small city or little town. If you love nature and want to live a healthy life, Vermont is one of the best places to live in the U.S.
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sayings from Vermont
January 07, 2021
Luke
What stereotypes are there about Vermont? Let’s start with the obvious. One stereotype about Vermont that is prevalent is that there’s not much else in our state except for mountains, forests, lakes, and well, more nature. There is also the stereotype that VT is only a holiday destination spot for people from big cities like New York, Boston, and Montreal. Some other obvious stereotypes are that we never have a spring season (instead it’s mud season) or that our winters last longer than half a year, or that everyone is a ski bum and loves maple syrup (this last one is actually pretty true of Vermonters). In reality, though, Vermont has much more to offer than just cold temperatures and bucolic landscapes. What are the worst things about living in Vermont? Vermont is a wonderful place to live, but every state has some negative components to it. So here are a few of the worst things about living in Vermont: 1. It can be frightfully cold in the winter, and our winters can last half a year, no joke. 2. If you want nightlife and other popular city activities, Vermont doesn’t rank so well in comparison to other states. 3. Vermont can be rather expensive to live in. Rent prices, groceries, and real-estate can all be on the pricier side. But these negative aspects pale in comparison to the reasons why living in Vermont is amazing (read below). What are the best things about living in Vermont? There are so many great aspects of living in Vermont. Access to pristine and natural areas and parks, organic and healthy food, environmentally and socially aware residents, friendly locals, and a relaxed and casual way of life, to name just a few. Vermont is a great place to live if you don’t mind living in a small city or little town. If you love nature and want to live a healthy life, Vermont is one of the best places to live in the U.S.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Let’s start with the obvious. One stereotype about Vermont that is prevalent is that there’s not much else in our state except for mountains, forests, lakes, and well, more nature. There is also the stereotype that VT is only a holiday destination spot for people from big cities like New York, Boston, and Montreal. Some other obvious stereotypes are that we never have a spring season (instead it’s mud season) or that our winters last longer than half a year, or that everyone is a ski bum and loves maple syrup (this last one is actually pretty true of Vermonters). In reality, though, Vermont has much more to offer than just cold temperatures and bucolic landscapes.
What are the worst things about living in Vermont?
Vermont is a wonderful place to live, but every state has some negative components to it. So here are a few of the worst things about living in Vermont: 1. It can be frightfully cold in the winter, and our winters can last half a year, no joke. 2. If you want nightlife and other popular city activities, Vermont doesn’t rank so well in comparison to other states. 3. Vermont can be rather expensive to live in. Rent prices, groceries, and real-estate can all be on the pricier side. But these negative aspects pale in comparison to the reasons why living in Vermont is amazing (read below).
What are the best things about living in Vermont?
There are so many great aspects of living in Vermont. Access to pristine and natural areas and parks, organic and healthy food, environmentally and socially aware residents, friendly locals, and a relaxed and casual way of life, to name just a few. Vermont is a great place to live if you don’t mind living in a small city or little town. If you love nature and want to live a healthy life, Vermont is one of the best places to live in the U.S.
