All Ears English Podcast AEE 46: Happy English Podcast Host Shows You 4 New York City English Slang Words
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Jan 20, 2014 AI Snips
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New York Accent
- Lindsay lived in New York and enjoyed the unique local accent, particularly in Brooklyn.
- She recalls interactions like ordering a lobster roll, highlighting the distinct pronunciation.
New York vs. Boston Accents
- Jessica finds the New York accent punchier and more aggressive compared to West Coast accents.
- Both hosts agree that while similar, New York and Boston accents are distinct.
New York Slang: Agita
- Learn the New York slang word "agita," meaning heartburn or stress.
- Use it to describe discomfort from spicy food or stressful situations like train delays.