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Pittsburgh Phrase

Don’t Be A Jagoff

Sounds like: dont be uh jag-awf Pittsburgh Phrase Corrective / humorous

Meaning

What it means

Do not be rude, foolish, or inconsiderate.

Don’t be a jagoff is a direct Pittsburgh phrase using one of the strongest local words.

Usage

Use it like this

“Don’t be a jagoff — put the buggy back.”
Reading note Language lives in context.

Pittsburgh words often carry tone, memory, neighborhood identity, family rhythm, and humor — not just dictionary meaning.

Local note

Why it feels Pittsburgh

Highly recognizable phrase, strong for share cards.

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