We Southerners call ‘em like we see ‘em.

Southerners know a thing or two about compliments.

For us, though, aphraselike “you look nice today” simply won’t do.

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These compliments and lighthearted digs have Southern flair aplenty.

12 Classic Southern Compliments

11 Not-So-Complimentary Phrases

Which of these sayings have you heard?

WhatSouthern sayingswould you add to the list?

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Tell us your favorite Southern complimentswe know you have some!