Maine Sayings You’ll Hear Around the House on Super Bowl Day

When the Super Bowl hits the airwaves, football fans across the country tune in for big plays, bold calls, and unforgettable moments. But in Maine, the game often comes with something extra: a distinct local way of talking that’s as much a part of the experience as wings and halftime shows.

Mainers, often called Mainahs, have a vocabulary shaped by tradition, humor, and straight-talking honesty.

During the game, a big touchdown might be described as “wicked good,” while a crushing tackle could leave a player “all stove to hell.” Agreement with a call might earn a simple “ayuh,” and any visiting team or out-of-state fan will quickly be labeled “from away.”

These expressions aren’t just slang, they’re shortcuts to shared understanding, reflecting how Mainers see the world: direct, practical, and a little dryly funny.

Here are some common Mainah words you might hear during the Super Bowl:

Ayuh – Yes; agreement
"Ayuh that was a perfect throw by Drake Maye"

Wicked – Very or extremely
"That D-Line was wicked good on that goal-line stand"

Chout – Watch out
"Chout for that blitz coming off the edge!"

Cunnin’ – Cute or charming
“Ain’t that tight end cunnin’ finding the soft spot in that zone?”

All stove to hell – Completely smashed or wrecked
“That block left the linebacker all stove to hell!”

From away – Someone not from Maine
“They’re a tough squad, but they’re from away, not used to our home-field crowd.”

Downcellah – Basement
“Hang on, gotta go downcellah and grab a couple beers before kickoff. Pats are about to score.”

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In the end, Maine words add personality to the Super Bowl experience. They remind listeners that football isn’t just a national event, it’s a local one too. No matter the score, hearing a familiar Mainah phrase makes the game feel a little more like home, ayuh.