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Is that just an American thing, or an English speaking thing in general? I didn't realize how second nature it was until I used it in Japan a few times- and no
by epaladin 13y ago
Is that just an American thing, or an English speaking thing in general?
I didn't realize how second nature it was until I used it in Japan a few times- and noticed the usual effect was not achieved. I don't think I ever tried explaining it to anyone though.
- rmc 13y agoAir-quotes would be understood as sarcasm in many other Anglosphere countries like the UK and Ireland. Remember the USA produces a lot of TV & film that's watched in the rest of the Anglosphere, so we'd be familiar with US speaking patterns like that.
- agersant 13y agoWorks in France too.
- gpvos 13y agoIt works in many European languages and countries.