New Montana Slang Terms You Need to Know About

If you spend much time in Montana, you may hear certain words and slang terms that don't always make sense. Whether you're a newcomer, are just curious, or are a longtime local, here are a few slang terms that you need to know about.

First, I'm not an expert on Montana, or anything really. I enjoy learning about interesting things when given the opportunity, and Montana is a fascinating place. For example, do you know about the "Montana Wave?" If not, let me explain. If you're driving down one of Montana's desolate highways or dirt roads, and you see another person driving in the opposite direction, you're basically required to give a one or two-finger wave as you pass each other. Consider it a sign of mutual respect.

New Montana Slang Terms You Need to Know

I wanted to know more about other things that are unique to Montana, and used AI to search for well-known slang terms and phrases that are often used in the state. I'll be honest, I've never heard some of the terms on the list below, but maybe I just haven't been around Montana long enough.

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Here are a few slang terms you might hear while having a conversation in Montana:

Montana Minute

• It basically means eventually. It could mean five minutes or an hour.

Bluebird Day

• Clear blue skies during the winter

If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes.

• IYKYK

Touron

• The words "tourist" and "moron" combined

That's a bit of a drive

• An hour or more

Pasture Ornament

• A broken-down vehicle or piece of farm equipment in a field.

Cowboy Coffee

• Strong and black. No sugar or cream

Bozangeles

• A fun nickname for Bozeman

Going to town

• Driving 20 minutes or more to the "big city."

Those are just a few terms and phrases you might hear in Montana. Do you know any slang terms unique to Montana? Please send us a message on our station app and let us know about them.