#22: “I Might Could”

Southern dialect has a way of adding extra words that, at first glance, seem unnecessary—but they sure do add charm! Take “I might could,” for example. It’s just a doubled-up way of saying “I might” or “maybe,” combining “I might” and “I could” into one uniquely Southern phrase.

Sure, it’s a little redundant, but it’s a staple in everyday speech, effortlessly slipping into conversations about future plans or possibilities. While it may sound like extra work to a Southerner, it feels right. After all, why say something when you can add a bit of extra Southern flair?