You’re Pronouncing This State Name Wrong — Locals React! 😲📍
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00:00Across the United States, certain state names are often mispronounced by visitors and newcomers
00:05alike. One such example is Oregon, which many mistakenly say as Oregon instead of the locally
00:11preferred Oregon. For residents, hearing the mispronunciation can be a telltale sign of an
00:18outsider. Locals often react with a mix of amusement and gentle correction, eager to share
00:24the right way to say their state's name and help others feel more at home.