12 Things All Torontonians Say And What They Really Mean
Torontonians are a special breed of human. We see things differently than other cities, we think differently than other cities, and ultimately we talk a little differently as well.
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That's not to say we have a totally whole new language of our own (Although our Turruno slang, does get out of control sometimes). I'm just saying that there's a good chance that sometimes we say things that have a totally different meaning. Still have no idea what I'm talking about? Check these out.
1. Torontonians On Going Out:
What they say: I think we should go somewhere low key and new tonight!
What they mean: I can't afford cover at a King St bar.
2. Torontonians On Food:
What they say: I don't care where we go.
What they Mean: I totally care where we go and if you pick a bad spot I will judge you hardcore. Toronto doesn't fvck around when it comes to food.
3. Torontonians On Exercise:
What they say: I jog everyday.
What they mean: I'm late everyday and therefor have to sprint to the TTC.
4. Torontonians On Sports:
What they say: The Leafs suck!
What they mean: The Leafs suck but I will always love them regardless.
5. Torontonians On Drake:
What they say: Ya I'm friends with Drake.
What they mean: My cousin's friends girlfriend saw him at Frings once.
6. Torontonians On Dating:
What they say: I'm not that into him/her.
What they mean: I frequent the Locals Only all the time in hopes of running into him/ her by "accident".
7. Torontonians On Healthy Living:
What they say: I'm on a cleanse.
What they mean: I'm really hungover after Early Mercy, but will probably be back there next weekend.
8. Torontonians On Tourism:
What they say: The CN tower is so overrated and touristy.
What they mean: I FVCKING LOVE THE CN TOWER.
9. Torontonians On Finance:
What they say: I'm so broke right now.
What they mean: I spent all my money on food on King St and shopping at Eaton's Centre. (NO RAGRETS)
10. Torontonians On Exploring Toronto By Foot:
What they say: Oh! I'm so down to walk!
What they mean: It's rush hour and there's no way in hell I'm fighting for a seat on the King St streetcar.
11. Torontonians On School
What they say: Ya I go to UofT
What they mean: I'm drowning in a pile of work and need someone to hug me...
12. Torontonians On Torontonians:
What they say: People from Toronto are great!
What they mean: People from Toronto are great... including me!
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