Thursday, November 1, 2012

Blending in With Albertans

 Speaking the Lingo: A Helpful Glossary

Leggings: Snow pants
Winter: September-May
Light snow: 5-10 cm
Moderate snow: 15-20 cm
Blizzard: January


Useful phrases

You're not from around here, are ya? 
lit.: "That'll be 15% extra cost."

You the one in the Volvo?
lit.: "Did I say 15%? I meant 40%."

We won't have these parts in until Larry goes to the city next week.
lit.: "I think you're a Communist."

Sure, we have a loaner you can take to work.
lit.: "Let's see how you handle a 2WD Carolla in the snow, you swish city bastard."