Pittsburgh Phrase
Nebby Neighbor
Sounds like: neb-ee nay-ber
Pittsburgh Phrase
Neighbor / humorous
Meaning
What it means
A nosy neighbor.
Nebby neighbor is a common-sense phrase built from nebby, meaning a neighbor who gets into everyone’s business.
Usage
Use it like this
“The nebby neighbor knows when everyone’s trash day is.”
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
Very clear phrase and good share-card candidate.
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