I like to approach people (strangers) with "hey what up".
they give me this strange look like "wtf do i know you". that i can understand, but the whole point of such a casual greeting (as if ive known them for years) is to break em in instantly, loosen them up. cant they accept that instead of get defensive as if im about to attack them or soemthing?? my ideal response would be the "hey what's up" meaning "hi how can i help you". do they not realize "what up" is implying hi, as opposed to "what's up" which implies "hi what are you doing, how are you doing etc"
note: i only use this method with younger people.
do any of you guys do this/get the same reaction from others? any comments?
im on crack
Mar-20-2006 05:39
Sasha
Obsequey
Registered: Jun 2005
Location: Doll-Dagga Buzz-Buzz Ziggety Zag
i'm scared of ppl. I never approach them!
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Mar-20-2006 05:40
Stingray
Still underwater
Registered: Feb 2005
Location: The M-dot
quote:
Originally posted by Sasha
i'm scared of ppl. I never approach them!
Hey...what's your name again?
Mar-20-2006 05:41
Sasha
Obsequey
Registered: Jun 2005
Location: Doll-Dagga Buzz-Buzz Ziggety Zag
quote:
Originally posted by Stingray
Hey...what's your name again?
WHAT UP JIMMY?
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Mar-20-2006 05:43
Stingray
Still underwater
Registered: Feb 2005
Location: The M-dot
quote:
Originally posted by Sasha WHAT UP JIMMY?
Mar-20-2006 05:48
nusty
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Registered: Feb 2003
Location: LA and still a little bit of Toronto
I only use street slang to senior citizens. They deserve the street cred. they've been chill'n on da block for yearz, an dey no whad up.
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Mar-20-2006 05:48
chinaboy1021
Supreme tranceaddict
Registered: Feb 2004
Location: Markham
i dont even consider "what up" street slang. if you dont live under a rock, you should know what it means.
ppl are robots these days. you say something out of the ordinary of the "hi excuse me", they freak out and go blank. by ppl, i mean retail sales reps.
Mar-20-2006 05:52
TheVrk
Mediterranean Canadian
Registered: Nov 2003
Location: Windsor, Canada
I'll approach/talk to anybody
Don't worry, ur not on crack.....unless .....
Mar-20-2006 06:04
Stingray
Still underwater
Registered: Feb 2005
Location: The M-dot
quote:
Originally posted by chinaboy1021
i dont even consider "what up" street slang. if you dont live under a rock, you should know what it means.
ppl are robots these days. you say something out of the ordinary of the "hi excuse me", they freak out and go blank. by ppl, i mean retail sales reps.
Ugh I know what you mean. Where do places like Best Buy and Future Shop find these tools?????
(Before anyone pipes up, yes I AM a retail sales rep, I just know how to interact with people)
Mar-20-2006 06:04
chinaboy1021
Supreme tranceaddict
Registered: Feb 2004
Location: Markham
oh on that note, what's up with this whole "hi sir, how you doing today" thing. relax dude, im obviously younger than you, where can i find the blank DVDs that are on sale so i can back-up my porn collection.
Mar-20-2006 06:09
Stingray
Still underwater
Registered: Feb 2005
Location: The M-dot
quote:
Originally posted by chinaboy1021
oh on that note, what's up with this whole "hi sir, how you doing today" thing. relax dude, im obviously younger than you, where can i find the blank DVDs that are on sale so i can back-up my porn collection.
"hi sir, how you doing today" = "I'm on commission you degenerate fuck, now buy something or go away."
Mar-20-2006 06:12
evil_cookie
indifferent
Registered: Feb 2006
Location: Toronto
quote:
Originally posted by chinaboy1021
oh on that note, what's up with this whole "hi sir, how you doing today" thing. relax dude, im obviously younger than you, where can i find the blank DVDs that are on sale so i can back-up my porn collection.
rofl.
don't worry it's not just you, some people just don't like being approached by strangers at a party...that say "whats up". Yes, as odd as that sounds.
I personally approach anybody who seems interesting to me.
