Shame they didn’t mention grandmothers, they can be the most patient listening to ramblings about Arch.
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In similar cases I’ve passive-aggressively intentionally misunderstood and/or acted confused. E.g. “Yes, we can set ut up an API between X and Y, but what exactly do you want the bot to do?” Then let them elaborate until it’s clear they’re not asking for a bot.
It’s a shame that, when Norwegians changed their counting system, the suggestion of using “to-ti” didn’t catch on for 20. It would be analogous to saying “twoty” in English.
Interesting, first thing we learned was to try to knee them in the groin to make them let go.
No, 'cause the /s cheapens the experience of good sarcasm.
In a horrible accent though, at least use an actor that speaks the language or is able to mimic it well enough for a few lines.
Personally I prefer “arse” with an uppity RP (Received Pronunciation) accent.
I only ever think about the Holy Roman Empire, so I’m not in the in-group sadly :-(
Barely an inconvenience.
Or sweeten it up with the long form “Regards of the day”.
For real though, worst is if they sign of with “Enjoy your evening” or similar. Dude, it’s 11 pm and I’m already in bed.