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Pennsylvania—the land of cheesesteaks, rolling Amish country, and a rivalry between Philly and Pittsburgh so intense it might as well be a civil war. From coal country to the Liberty Bell, Pennsylvanians are proud of their state’s quirks, culture, and questionable road infrastructure. But if you’re itching to get a rise out of someone from the Keystone State, here are 11 subtle ways to mildly annoy them—just don’t expect to be handed a Wawa hoagie afterward.
Say, “Oh, you’re from Pennsylvania? I love Hershey Park!”
Congrats, you’ve just reduced an entire state to a chocolate-themed rollercoaster.
Ask if they live in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh—like those are the only two options.
There is a whole middle. It’s called “Pennsyltucky,” and yes, they say it with love (and sarcasm).
Pronounce Lancaster like “Lan-CAST-er.”
It’s “LANG-kiss-ter,” and mispronouncing it is an automatic outsider badge.
Claim New York soft pretzels are better.
Please leave immediately—and take your unsalted opinion with you.
Mock their obsession with Wawa.
It’s not a gas station. It’s a religion with hoagies and touchscreens.
Say “pop” instead of “soda” in Eastern PA—or “soda” in Western PA.
You’ve just been claimed by the wrong side of the carbonated civil war.
Trash talk Sheetz in front of a Western PA local.
Especially if you’ve never had their mac & cheese bites at 2 a.m.
Act surprised that the Amish use electricity sometimes.
You’re not National Geographic. Calm down.
Mention how bad their roads are like it’s breaking news.
We know. We’ve hit the same pothole since 2003.
Complain that Scrapple sounds gross.
You don’t have to like it—but you will be judged.
Say “yinz” sounds made-up.
To Pittsburghers, it’s not slang—it’s heritage.
Still, Pennsylvanians are a hearty bunch who can take a joke—especially if it’s delivered over a cheesesteak (Wit Whiz, of course) or a Primanti Bros. sandwich. Just remember: it’s a big state full of pride, potholes, and regional food fights. So choose your words—and your gas station—very carefully.
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