There's no doubt New Yorkers like to do things their own way, and language is no different. Here are a few terms you most likely going to hear only in the tri-state area.
1. Brick
No, I'm not talking about building houses. If you hear cousin Frankie talking about it being "brick outside," you better put on your winter coat because it is frigid!
2. Wedge
This one is pretty specific to the Bronx, Westchester and Long Island areas and is another word for sandwich. So no, I will not be ordering a chicken parm "hero," thank you very much. One chicken parm wedge, please!
3. The City
We could be anywhere in the world, I could be in Madrid, and I will still be referring to Manhattan when I say "the city."
4."He's Gassing You Up!"
To gas someone up is to make them believe they are better than they are.
5. Scarola
Pronounced: schka-ROLL. Italian-American slang for money
6. Cuz/Cousin
Your typical New York term of endearment. Ninety percent of the time the person you're referring to has no relation to you whatsoever. "What's up, Cuz?!"
7. The Best Team in Baseball
We are referring to the Yankess every.single.time, and to be honest, how can you argue with 27 World Championships?
8. A Slice
You can walk into any pizzeria and order a slice and they will automatically get you a plain slice, no questions asked.
9. Howyoudoin?
Hey. How are ya? We don't really care, but it's apparently nice to ask.
10. HowYAdoin!
This is a little different from the one above. "Howyadoin!" Is more of a celebration. Got a raise? BAM! Howyadoin!
11. Mad
A lot of something. If something is expensive, it's mad money. Typically paired with brick on exceptionally cold days.
12. Gucci
"It's all good". Don't you mean it's Gucci?
