Joshua Gilmore

The first noticeable thing about the way a Southerner talks, is the speed. Southerners are typically more laid back and that is reflected in the speech which has drawn-out vowel sounds. You will also notice words that run together like gonna (going to) and lem-me (let me). No, we are not "slow" or "backwards", but we usually take our time and enjoy life. Some find the Southern drawl irresistible.