View Full Version : Do you judge someone on where they come from or their accent?
Kristen
20-07-2007, 11:28 AM
When you meet a new person do you sub-consciously label them as something because of their accent or the way they speak?
Because of my accent and the education I recieved I have got the 'posh' tag my whole life and it annoys me because I feel that people don't take me seriously or sometimes disregard my opinions.
I must admit though when I see a Manchester girl I kind of think she's a bit 'rough' or a bit 'feisty' as that's the way they're generally portrayed in the media take for example Sporty Spice, Emma (BB5), Lisa (BB7) and Rebecca from BNTM3.
So please be honest and tell me what you think...
lily.
20-07-2007, 11:32 AM
I don't judge people based on how they look or speak. I judge them on how they behave.
I know people with lots of different accents, and some I like, some I don't. It's not based on their accent though. It's based on their behaviour. :thumbs:
Sometimes they go hand in hand. Sometimes it dont matter. It all depends. If someone looks and sounds like a chav or a scanger or a scumbag , yes , I will pass judgement. If their are more than 7 of the said scumbags and they are coming my way , I will pass said judgement only after running to a safe place.
Kristen
20-07-2007, 11:34 AM
Originally posted by Stropz
I don't judge people based on how they look or speak. I judge them on how they behave.
I know people with lots of different accents, and some I like, some I don't. It's not based on their accent though. It's based on their behaviour. :thumbs:
That's the same with me.
For example if someone is rude, sly and vindictive I will judge them on that.
lily.
20-07-2007, 11:43 AM
I'm from quite a rough area, and I used to be good friends with a co-worker who was from a posh area. We were chalk and cheese as far as our accents were concerned, and we used to take the piss out of each other's accents from time to time, but we got on really well, cuz we had loads in common, despite having loads of major lifestyle differences. She moved away, and I don't see her anymore because of that, but we would probably still have been friends had she still been here.
Originally posted by Stropz
I'm from quite a rough area, and I used to be good friends with a co-worker who was from a posh area. We were chalk and cheese as far as our accents were concerned, and we used to take the p**s out of each other's accents from time to time, but we got on really well, cuz we had loads in common, despite having loads of major lifestyle differences. She moved away, and I don't see her anymore because of that, but we would probably still have been friends had she still been here.
Soon to be a major motion picture.
lily.
20-07-2007, 11:51 AM
Aye, we just need a title. :tongue:
'The Accentedent'
real car crash viewing
lily.
20-07-2007, 11:55 AM
Aye, we could advertise it as the "yawnfest of the year"
Sunny_01
20-07-2007, 12:03 PM
I try not to judge people by how they speak or their accent, I after all have what most people not from the NE think of as a strong accent. I care more about how they are as people. Very much like Madam Stropz has said. People are people irrespective of how they look or sound.
What I do dislike rather than accents is slang, I hate it, but I still would not judge someone by it, for example my daughters B/F says oot and aboot instead of out and about and i really enjoy saying to him is that "out" with a u or a double o he blushes but takes it like the tongue in cheek way it was meant.
depends what the judgement is e.g.
Posh = 80% = Rich
Cockney = 90% = Poor / Low Brow
generally i dont judge people straight away.
No, I don't judge by accent or where someone is from. I have friends all over the country, with many different accents. I base my opinion on someone's behaviour.
natjake2504
20-07-2007, 01:06 PM
I must admit though when I see a Manchester girl I kind of think she's a bit 'rough' or a bit 'feisty' as that's the way they're generally portrayed in the media take for example Sporty Spice, Emma (BB5), Lisa (BB7) and Rebecca from BNTM3.
^^^^^ im a bit put out with that comment as im from the same area as Emma (BB5) and i am not rough, had a good education all right not a private school but im now 23 office manager - i think if you want to learn and do something with yourself - you will if you have money are not. Nothing to do with if your common or posh.
Mrluvaluva
20-07-2007, 01:09 PM
Originally posted by natalia2504
I must admit though when I see a Manchester girl I kind of think she's a bit 'rough' or a bit 'feisty' as that's the way they're generally portrayed in the media take for example Sporty Spice, Emma (BB5), Lisa (BB7) and Rebecca from BNTM3.
^^^^^ Im a bit put out with that comment as Im from the same area as Emma (BB5) and i am not rough, had a good education all right not a private school but Im now 23 office manager - i think if you want to learn and do something with yourself - you will if you have money are not. Nothing to do with if your common or posh.
Mancs hey? What are they like? :whistle:
natjake2504
20-07-2007, 01:12 PM
ha ha ha ha i know us lot hey - nothing but trouble - your fault barry your always the leader lol
Mrluvaluva
20-07-2007, 01:20 PM
Originally posted by natalia2504
ha ha ha ha i know us lot hey - nothing but trouble - your fault barry your always the leader lol
ssssshhhhhhhh
Lauren
20-07-2007, 01:27 PM
I'm always judged by my accent, because like Sunny, I have what some would consider a strong NE accent. This always goes hand-in-hand with being common and uneducated and people judge me constantly.
When I went to University open days I could see people giving me second glances when I spoke cos I was at good Universities but speaking like a "commoner". Also, my English Language teacher (who is also a Geordie) had a lesson on how to "diverge from our accent" because he believed it could hinder our chances at University if we got an interview.
Anyway, people who speak RP or modified RP are actually the people in the wrong because they've been the product of dialect levelling over time and have wiped out original anglo-influences. So be proud of accents!!
Edit: Plus, people keep making me say "Byker Grove".... my god.
natjake2504
20-07-2007, 01:32 PM
Originally posted by Lauren
I'm always judged by my accent, because like Sunny, I have what some would consider a strong NE accent. This always goes hand-in-hand with being common and uneducated and people judge me constantly.
When I went to University open days I could see people giving me second glances when I spoke cos I was at good Universities but speaking like a "commoner". Also, my English Language teacher (who is also a Geordie) had a lesson on how to "diverge from our accent" because he believed it could hinder our chances at University if we got an interview.
Anyway, people who speak RP or modified RP are actually the people in the wrong because they've been the product of dialect levelling over time and have wiped out original anglo-influences. So be proud of accents!!
Edit: Plus, people keep making me say "Byker Grove".... my god.
can i just say lauren - i looovvveee the NE accent i really do - i dont think its common at all. When ant & dec talk or liam i really do melt. - well anyman with the accent can talk and i melt lol
Lauren
20-07-2007, 01:34 PM
Aww thanks Natalia, haha. I absolutely hate my accent but thats just cos I don't like people assuming I'm uneducated :blush: Hehe.
So do you have a strong Manc accent? My best mate is from Manchester and his accent is amazinggg, I could make him speak all day.
natjake2504
20-07-2007, 01:41 PM
i dont really because im on the outskirts and my mum is from bolton, and dad is from oldham so its a mixed one. mad really people can tell where im from though i just dont sould like lisa from BB7 all though i sound a bit like emma lol
Mrluvaluva
20-07-2007, 01:44 PM
Originally posted by Lauren
My best mate is from Manchester and his accent is amazinggg, I could make him speak all day.
Alriiiiite. 'Owz it gon'? In the sunshiiiiiiine. Lol. I'm a manc.
Top one, nice one, buzzin', get sorted!
natjake2504
20-07-2007, 01:46 PM
init baz
Mrluvaluva
20-07-2007, 01:51 PM
Lauren states that she's not common. :laugh3:
Lauren
20-07-2007, 01:52 PM
Originally posted by Mrluvaluva
Lauren states that she's not common. :laugh3:
Pfft, not much anyway.... well... not anytime before 6pm.
Mrluvaluva
20-07-2007, 01:54 PM
We have seen your holiday snaps.
Lauren
20-07-2007, 01:58 PM
Someone has been inside my house!! :nono:
natjake2504
20-07-2007, 02:00 PM
ha ha ha like it
Dr43%er
20-07-2007, 02:07 PM
You should all think yourself lucky that you don't have a Leicester accent. A more common accent there is not. Luckily, even though I am Leicester born and bred I only have traits of the accent, not the full on version.
Captain.Remy
20-07-2007, 02:48 PM
My english accent is just horrible LOOOL
When I speak english it's like a mix between french and italian accent. It's just fun. I love welsh people, their accent is so funny.
lily.
20-07-2007, 04:03 PM
Isn't sporty spice from Liverpool? :rolleyes:
Chrizzle
20-07-2007, 04:07 PM
I dont have an accent:cloud:
Does that mean people will judge me as boring:laugh:
But on first impressions yes I do, but I dont act on it
If someones like Charley and 'im not bein funny yeah but like wud you like go get me like a burger from macdonalds like' I'd be like 'eeek' but id still give them a chance and be friends with them (if they were nice).
Sarah.
20-07-2007, 04:09 PM
National talk like a Brummie day today.. haha. I don't think I have an accent.
nodisharmony
20-07-2007, 04:42 PM
I don't judge people by their accent generally, but I think when it comes to someone with a posh accent, many people do judge them and assume that they are of a higher class.
That is related to the Royal Family & Lords & Ladies I'm afraid..
But, when you have an accent which sounds a bit common, or your speech or tone of voice makes you seem that way and you may look a bit scruffy too, it can cloud your judgement of that person.
Like I said, generally, I don't judge people by their accent, it is about their personality and character and a whole lot more too.
But on the odd occasion, we will all fall foul to judging on accents in some way, even if it is 1% of the time in your life?
nodisharmony :angel:
I'm able to switch between my Aberdonian accent and sounding like I have no accent whatsoever x]
A lot of people from outside of Aberdeen and the Highlands generally think we're all a bit down and out, really, the accent's a bit rough tbh. However, I go to a private school (wahey!) and I don't actually own a dog, I don't regularly fornicate with sheep, nor do I own anything Burberry, so it's all good (:
I dont mind any accents :bouncy:
Sophii3x
20-07-2007, 05:37 PM
I've been told that my accent is annoying by loads of people.. but I can't really help that it's really welshy!
On holidays to North Wales and Ibiza, just because I was welsh a english boy threw a tennis racket at my head (I was 9) and in Ibiza this english boy pushed me in the pool when I was fully clothed (when I was 6). I have nothing really against english people though, because 3/4 of my cousins and aunties and uncles live in England (Hertford,Southend,Isle of White,Essex and Liverpool).
lily.
20-07-2007, 07:47 PM
Originally posted by Z
I don't regularly fornicate with sheep
pffffffffffffft... and you call yerself a Don... Shame on you! :nono: :laugh:
Sunny_01
20-07-2007, 10:58 PM
Originally posted by Chrizzle
I dont have an accent:cloud:
Does that mean people will judge me as boring:laugh:
Yes it does :laugh::laugh::laugh:
Seriously though what a mixed bag of hammers we all are, can you imagine being in a room with all the TIBB members and all the different accents you would come across, it would be cool :flower:
Originally posted by Stropz
Originally posted by Z
I don't regularly fornicate with sheep
pffffffffffffft... and you call yerself a Don... Shame on you! :nono: :laugh:
I said regularly, ol' Dolly's been promising me a twin sister.. tch
lily.
20-07-2007, 11:59 PM
haha.. aye, well, as long as you're not letting the side down... After all, you know what they say... :pat:
What, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, and a lamb round 'i back's a good time?
lily.
21-07-2007, 12:07 AM
Aye, either that or.... You know how the Don found the lamb in the long grass....
... satisfying.. :tongue:
Originally posted by Stropz
Aye, either that or.... You know how the Don found the lamb in the long grass....
... satisfying.. :tongue:
Wahey!
LovelyL
22-07-2007, 10:32 PM
I like my accent. Just hate when people like Chanelle BB try mixing it all up
Lauren
22-07-2007, 10:37 PM
Originally posted by LovelyL
I like my accent. Just hate when people like Chanelle BB try mixing it all up
I don't get what you mean... she's mixed her own accent up?
Isn't she just speaking?
Sorry if I totally just misunderstood you :tongue: I'm tired.
BBEyeSpy
22-07-2007, 11:00 PM
i wouldnt go out with someone that was from liverpool mainly because of there accent
but only becuase i wouldnt be attracted but if i was attracted i would (Highly unlikely)
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