Explaining "There's nowt so queer as folk"

What does it mean?

The phrase "There's nowt so queer as folk" is a saying from Northern England that means there's nothing as strange or unpredictable as people. It highlights the idea that human behavior can be odd, perplexing, and difficult to understand.

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Origin

This expression originates from Northern England dialects, where "nowt" means "nothing" and "queer" means "strange". It reflects the quirky nature of regional language and humor in characterizing the unpredictability of human behavior.