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What are some insults in english that will make non-native speakers have to ask someone their meaning? (lemmy.world)

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 6 months ago (7 children)

That's not an insult as the internet has decided. It can be used sarcastically, but in my experience as a southerner it is more often a compliment for doing something nice.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 6 months ago (2 children)

Same here. “Bless your heart” usually means thank you

[–] [email protected] 5 points 6 months ago (1 children)

That's why it's so insidious. When used correctly you can throw people off because they have to question, "is this person grateful or do they hate my guts?"

[–] Birdie 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

When done correctly, this is always the outcome.

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