What’s the deal with the saying “how do pork chops carry on”? Australians use this expression to describe foolish or irritating behavior, but what’s the connection? Personally, I’ve only ever seen pork chops either lying still or sizzling on the grill.

One thought on “How do pork chops carry on? Australians use this saying for idiotic or annoying behaviour, but why? I’ve only ever seen pork chops lying quietly, or sizzling when cooking.”

  1. The saying “how do pork chops carry on?” is a humorous way to point out that someone is behaving in a silly or annoying manner, almost as if they’re making a fuss for no good reason. The phrase plays on the idea that pork chops, being relatively inanimate, don’t actually “carry on” in any way themselves. It’s a tongue-in-cheek way to highlight that the individual’s behavior is as out of place as expecting pork chops to get lively.

    The origin likely comes from Australian colloquial language, where food-related expressions are often used to convey feelings or describe actions. It reflects the creativity and humor in Aussie slang, where everyday objects are anthropomorphized to emphasize human behavior. So, while pork chops may just lie there or cook quietly, it’s a playful metaphor for those moments when someone is being overly dramatic or annoying!

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