Since living here in Philly I have come across some amusing differences between how things are said in Canada compared to the U.S., and I thought I would share some of them with you.
In Philly running shoes are called sneakers, but there is a further qualifier. Unlike in Canada where running shoes covers all kinds of shoes that can be used for sports, walking, etc, here in Philly you would say sneakers for walking, or sneakers for running, or sneakers for yoga. It amuses them that I would say running shoes for all types of different shoes instead of saying runners for walking or runners for running.
Another difference here is that they call subs hoagies. So if you are ever here and want a sub, be sure to say a hoagie otherwise you’ll be the cause of some snickering or confused looks.
Some of the famous differences; pop is called soda, grocery stores are called supermarkets, and you take out the trash here instead of the garbage.
And one of the really different slang words I have come across: a slam is what a gun is referred to as in the “hood”.
I am sure this list will grow before my time is up here. For now I provide amusement to the American’s with my Canadian accent and funny way of saying things.
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