I have never judged someone on their use of language and as far as I know no one has ever judged me. Conclusions that can be made based off of language use are intelligence, locality or nationality, and personality.
Personally, I don't think I've ever really judged anyone based on their use of language. To me, words are power, and for everyone power is different. Whether it be the power to sound like a scholar from Harvard or some new-aged rapper who wants to make it big. I know my father always told me that when people curse it makes them seem illiterate because they can't find better words to use. In my opinion though, any word used is good enough so long as you put power behind them. I think once or twice I was judged on my slight accent, but nothing horrible. Nor are the judgements bad. Usually, if someone tells me my accent is 'showing' they'll say that it makes my voice sound pretty. Based on how someone uses language you can tell only a few things. Like where they came from and/or race. You can't tell what they've been through though, or how hard it is to be who they are. That's why you can't base someone off how they.
No I have not judged someone or been judged based on use of language however some people do and are. If people have annoying voices some people won't give them a chance and will just walk away and think their personality is annoying. Some people talk more elegant than others and by listening to those who talk in a very proper way are thought to be as snobby and high maintenance. I personally don't think it is right to judge people on use of language because sometimes their language doesn't characterize who they really are.
I do not believe I have ever been judged based on my language. I have not ever judged someone based on their language. It is not my business to judge someone based on the single reason of how they speak and I would certainly hope that they feel in a similar way about how I speak.
Conclusions that one can draw on someone might be what region of the world they are from and how they were raised as a child. Certain regions of the world contain dialects or were a group of people have a sort of "slang" or variation on a traditional language spoken around the world.
To add to my previous comment, a southern accent indicates someone is from the south and a French accent indicates someone is from France. Poor grammar and a small vocabulary indicate low intelligence while good grammar and a large vocabulary indicate high intelligence. Someone's way of speaking, the words they choose and how they say things, like emphasis on syllables and inflexion shows their personality.
I sometimes judge people based on their use of language. If a person has really good use of language and grammar people tend to believe that they are of a higher class because it seems like they were taught to talk and speak properly and have a higher education. If people have poor use of language and do not speak in proper English grammar, it makes it seem like they are of a lower class because they don't know how to speak properly or were never taught the rules of the english language. You can possibly tell where a person is from based on their accent and use of language, you might be able to tell what class they are from or how much they were actually educated. But on the other hand, it is not fair to judge people or to make assumptions about someone solely based on their use of language, due to the fact that you'r assumptions could be wildly off base. -Megan Bernth
I think that I have been judged by the language I use, and i'll admit that I have judged others on their use of language. The way someone speaks shows how a person acts and it's easy to judge someone that way. The conclusions you could draw from someone's language are possibly where they come from, and how respectful they are of themselves and others. The way someone speaks is a reflection of someone's personality, and you could tell how educated they are by the language that they speak with.
People are always being judged upon their language use. I don't think this is an uncommon thing. Personally I am judged or corrected quite frequently based off of my poor language use. I try not to judge others but I'll admit that I do correct people and even tease them sometimes based off of mistakes when speaking.
Conclusions that can be found by someones language are numerous. Things like region of living, education, and what kind of a person someone is can all be determined by use of language.
I probably have been judged based on my language because when your having a conversation with a person its important to use language that describes yourself because if you use poor language you may not be judged as someone who is smart because of your poor language. But if you have good language when you are talking to someone it shows that you are intelligent and its easier to have a conversation with that person. The kinds of conclusion you can draw from a person is that a persons personality can be judged alot by their language. It shows what vocabulary they like to use and how they like themselves to be portrayed.
I always judge people when they use poor grammar, mainly because it is a pet peeve of mine and I find it disgusting how people can't take the time to learn the basic rules. It's so simple! People in our level of schooling and beyond still mix up "your" and "you're." One is possessive and one is a contaction of "you" and "are," it really isn't that difficult to grasp. I even own the book pictured above, and it contains pictures of misplaced apostrophes and spelling/conventional mistakes used around the world in public places, not just on Facebook statuses, but everywhere- street signs, billboards, etc. From simple mistakes like these one can draw the conclusion that the writer is simply lazy and careless to proofread.
I have been judged when I went to England everybody knew I was from New York just by the way I talked and they imagined I lived in the city. Just by the way that I pronounced my vowels it represented where I had come from. When everyone thinks that people from jersey have the typical jersey accent, with the very pronounced o’s and e’s. I worked with someone who was actually from New Jersey everyone would do a double take because he didn’t talk like he was from the show Jersey Shore. Many people judged him, including myself because I had thought he was born and raised in Southampton, when in reality he was not. I think that sometimes you can determine who and where someone is from, from hundreds of miles away, but 90 miles is too close to change a language.
Amanda Schwartz - I feel like I may have judged someone based on their use of language sometime in the past because i'm very particular about the way people speak and the way they use language and I feel like you can see who they are based on their use of language. If someone curses a lot at totally unnecessary times they are putting themselves out there as hard and loud and obnoxious. If someone speaks nicely, appropriately, and at the level of maturity they should be speaking at then they come across as mature kind people which is way better than a loud obnoxious person. I don't judge people when it comes to any kind of accent or the kind of language they use depending on their culture or something like that; I will pay more attention to the words and tone someone uses. I am sure someone has judged me on my use of language at some point in time but I've never been aware of it and if someone has than that is that person's opinion just like mine is about someone else's use of language.
We all judge people based on their use of language, but this judgement should not hold much weight. To some extent, a persons use of language does portray his/her level of education; their level of vocabulary and their use of grammer can show how educated a person is. At the same time however, a persons use of language is not enough to draw a valid conclusion about them. Even the most educated person may not have an aptitude for grammer and language, and in a relaxed setting most people will probably not focus on using high level language.
When I travel to the city, I feel as if people judge me by my use of language because I don't have a Brooklyn or Bronx accent. People hear the way I talk and can tell I'm not from the city, and they go on to find out where I'm from by the way I dress. I don't notice my use of language or anyone else from Long Island, but I'm capable of recognizing accents of the city. Yet I don't believe you can judge people based on the language because you cannot tell what someone does or where someone just by their language. It's like judging a book by it's cover; one is not learning about another's life, just the way they talk.
I have been judged by the way that I write in numerous occasions. Because of my poor spelling and grammar many people I converse with think I’m stupid. Although when I’m talking to someone and they refer to themselves by their name I tend to think they are childish and stubborn. I think that they way a person speaks is like they way they express who they are. Some people like to use large complex words to show their knowledge while others like to use shorter and similar words. Things you can pick up from one’s language are origins. So it is possible to tell what someone is like by his or her language.
Even though being judged based on the way he or she uses the language is wrong, I have to be honest. I have judged someone by the way he or she speaks and uses their language. People from down south uses their language weird. By judging them in my eyes it makes it seem like they are unintelligent by saying y’all and by pronouncing things weird. They may think the exact same way as us on Long Island. For sure this doesn’t mean that we or they are unintelligent. That’s a completely false statement saying that they are not smart basing them on the way the speak. You cannot tell weather they are smart by the way they use their language always. People may use their language poorly but yet still move on to go to an Ivy league school. You cannot jump to conclusions weather or not they are intelligent by the way he or she speaks. Sometimes they speak very smart but their grades in school may be pretty poor. Or sometimes people may speak and use their language poor but yet have great grades. So therefore you cannot jump to conclusions on the way people use their language.
I think everyone unconsciously judges others based on use of language. Whenever I am on vacation outside of New York I feel judged by my "accent." Based on use of language you might be able to determine where that person lives or came from for example by their accent. If someone uses very diverse vocab words they might right away be judged as very smart while a person who uses only simple words might be judged as not so smart. Some people unconsciously say things that may be offensive or rude to others, which shapes how that person thinks of the other. Words that are said when people meet create a first impression of that person. The words people choose to use every day definitely add to who they are and what others think about them. - Bridget Stucklen
In my life, I have judged others based on the way that they have spoken. Specifically, when people use high- level vocabulary in conversation, you are able to judge the intelligence of that person. The contrary is also true. Whenever I hear somebody mispronounce something such as "liberry" instead of "library," it shows that they are just trying to say something quickly, and are not really paying attention closely to what they are saying. From someone's use of language, you cannot only sense their intelligence, but also sense their willingness in a given conversation. Lastly, you can also sense the mood that the person is in. If they are using words with positive connotations rather than those with negative connotations, they are in a happier mood. From listening to the way that someone uses language, you cannot tell what kind of person they are. Although you can get an idea of who someone is from a brief conversation, you must spend a decent amount of time with them to understand who they are. - Nick Monaco
Yes, I have been both judged by the way I talk and judged someone by the way they talk. I think we all judge things about a person, especially their speech, unintentionally. The second you meet someone you get a first impression of them. Speech is a part of this impression. You can usually tell where the person speaking is from by their accent. You can also judge a person’s educational background by the use of grammar and vocabulary. When I talk to people not from Long Island they usually say I have a Long Island accent. Many times you don’t even realize the way you talk because you are so used to it, like in my case. Even though you are most likely unconsciously judging people you are still doing it.
Someone’s use of language, weather acceptable or not, invites others to judge people based on the way they portray themselves in their speech. Many people are quick to make opinions and wrong judgments after hearing a certain use of language, and although we try not to, most have once judged someone based solely on their speech. One example of this is, when hearing someone’s language filled with bad grammar and inappropriate words people instantly assume bad things about this person. You can draw conclusions about a person’s attitude, values and personality through their use of language.
i have judged people based on their use of language before, i think everyone has done it at least once in their lifetimes. going on a vacation people tend to judge me based on my accent. sometimes people can tell i am from new york, or the northeast at least based solely on the way i talk. usually they then judge me that i must like the yankees or I live in the city just because of the way i talk.
Naturally I judge people not only by how they look, but how they speak. Although I understand that this is not the right thing to do, it is human nature to judge others. This same judgment has been returned back to me when I went to a summer wrestling camp in Minnesota. Kids attended the camp from all over the country and quickly judged others based on their accents. Where one was from was one of the most common and rightful conclusions based on their accents. On the other hand many people judged others based on their backgrounds and educational levels; this is an inappropriate judgment. Besides ones social standings, language can also be used to determine someone’s attitude. For example, aggressive use of language can indicate anger. Overall I think that people should not judge others based on their use of language because it does not fully express the true character traits in a person.
I know that I shouldn't, but I generally judge people if they use improper grammar. Even while texting, my friends will send something like, "Your so nice," and it bugs me to the point at which I can't even look at it. I've even judged my parents, usually when they ask little things like, "Where's the chips?" when it should be, "Where are the chips?" I don't know why I do it, but those little glitches always stop me. Maybe I think that they're not taking the care to use proper English simply because they don't feel like it. During school, these people would write a grammatically-correct essay at full credit, but while relaxing they use poor grammar. It bothers me that "real" grammar is only used in school. However, I don't automatically think anyone who does this is dumb (for the most part); it just seems weird that even people who know how to use their proper English skills don't normally do so.
In the past I have judged, and continue to make judgements, based on the way people speak. For example, word usage and pernounciation can give away someone's place or origin and sometimes their level of education. In my opinion you can break language judgements into two catagories, geographic origin and education. People naturally inherit styles of speaking based on where they grew up and learned to speak. Similarly, an educated person will often have a better way of speaking than someone who neglected to learn throughout their years. Similarly, I have probably been judged by others on how I speak.
I have judged someone based on use of language, and have been judged myself. I've drawn conclusions due to the words and types of accents speak with. I would say something like, "Oh, you must be from down south." I don't mean anything by it, I find it interesting actually. I also find it interesting when people ask, "Are you from New York?". I don't think it is wrong to judge at all in that sense, but in the sense of economic status i believe it to be inaccurate.
I could probably say that I have been judged for the way I speak due to poor grammar. I have some friends that are grammar freaks that correct me all the time. I would say others probably judge me off of the way I speak because I feel that the way you hold a conversation shows what kind of person you are. I have definitely judged people based on how they speak, from where they are from to what kind of person they are. I know if people use a lot of slang or cut words short I usually assume that they are like "thuggish". Over the summer I worked with people from Wisconsin and I would always find it interesting how they said things differently then us or how some words were different. They would constantly make fun of me for how I spoke and I would do the same back to them. I know several times when I have gone on vacation I have been called the "Long Island Girl" from people that pass me by just from them overhearing a conversation I was having. Also, my mom is originally from Brooklyn and she is always trying to hide her Brooklyn accent. She covers it pretty well but every once and a while someone makes judgement. Overall I think that by judging a person just by the way they speak doesn't give you the full meaning of a certain person. Yes you may be able to figure out where they come from or the environment that they are surrounded by but I feel that to really know a person you have to get to know them and not just judge them by their language.
Yes, I have been judged on the way I speak, but I’m sure most people have. One time when I was in California on vacation I went to a kid center and was with a bunch of Californians. They all commented on my New York accent and compared how we each say things differently. I didn’t even realize I had an accent because I’m so used to everyone talking in the same way here. I didn’t know there would be such a big difference in how people from other parts of the country speak. Based on ones language, you can assume many things. For example if someone uses inappropriate words or uses bad grammar, one would assume they are not a very good person. Then again if someone is very polite and uses good grammar, one can assume they are a pretty good person. You should not always judge a person on how they speak though, as it could lead to false assumptions.
I have judged many people by how they speak, but I only judge those who use bad language. I feel that anyone that uses bad language quite often is either stupid, or they do not care about what they have to say. I do not judge people that use proper or above-average language, but I feel that whomever (I am not sure, if I was supposed to use "whoever" or "whomever", but "whomever" sounds much better. Please do correct me, if I am wrong.) uses language in those ways carries weight with the words, meaning that they have something to say that must be heard. I really enjoy when people speak properly and effectively. I feel that you can draw the conclusion of how important one's words are from their use of language. The better the language used to speak, the more important what they say is.
I have judged people by how they speak. The way they speak can give you an idea of where they are from or where they grew up. For instance, people with certain dialects are normally associated with certain areas of the country or world. But they way a person talks can also tell you how educated and what class of persons they belong to. Well educated and upper class citizens tend to use more sophisticated language while people with less education and from the lower class seem to use more slang and juvenile vocabulary. This can also help determine the maturity of a person by examining what language they use at certain times and if it is appropriate to the setting of the conversation. These are a few things you can find out about a person just from the way they use thier language.
Personally, when I do have a conversation with someone, I sometimes realize a sort of accent or the words or grammar that they use while speaking. From this I can sometimes assume or predict their place of Origin and social status. Sometimes when you hear a person speaking more formally you could assume they were brought it in a better economic situation and learned to speak more formal and elegant. At point when I speak to someone who replies in slang I feel like they just don't care about language, but that can me a false accusation because it may involve the people's speech around them and their education levels which for many reasons could be lower than it should be and I realized this judgement could be looked at as demeaning. For example when I was talking to a kid that I met his slang was very intense and he used words that you wouldn't normally hear, at the moment I felt that he just didn't care, but then I saw how his family and friends had spoken the same way, and he had just grown up listening to that all his life. Another time I had met a younger cousin of mine and she had an intense accent, and just upon hearing that I could easily assume that she was from a southern state where many people spoke like that and the accent had grown on her. In conclusion I feel at some times it is very inappropriate to judge people on their way of speech, because as a person we aren't completely aware of how the way of speech was obtained and all our assumptions aren't always true.
I have both been judged and have been the judge when it comes to language. It is not right, but it is part of the human condition. I have become known as a bit of a grammar nazi among my family. When I stayed with my uncle in Southern Maryland the poor grammar as well as the accents of the locals tripped my mind to think redneck. Of course it went the other way as well. I was instantly dubbed "Jon's New York niece" by all of his friends' kids. I was called pretentious because of my use of, basically SAT vocabulary. The language we use can help draw the conclusions of place of origin, level of education, and social standing. Then again, there are some people whose language is misleading. How many times have I heard people in the hall talking like they grew up in a lower class neighborhood when really they have lived in Westhampton all their lives?
I think that whether people choose to acknowledge it or not, people constantly judge others based on language not because they desire to be harsh or mean but because it helps to simplify and categorize our lives, something we naturally do. It is actually useful to do so when we are trying to differentiate between class, geographic location, mental capacity, and other factors. I generally try not to judge people based on their use of language, but being isolated from certain types of people like Southerners tends to cause stereotyping when I initially meet these different people. Often, when I go to different places on Long Island people treat me more condescendingly when they find out that I am from the Hamptons, but in reality this is not based off of my language choices or tendencies but simply where I live.
I usually find myself judging others solely based off of how they speak. If one comes up to me with a Southern accent and bad grammar, I generally don't bring up very complex subjects. In another case, if someone comes up to me with a British accent and starts talking very properly, I can infer that this person is knowledgeable. I have been judged on family vacations to Arizona and Florida. They can tell I'm from New "Yawk" or "Lawng Island" before I tell them. They always deride me for talking like that and sometimes make comments that they "aren't up to our standards." You can tell if someone has had private schooling, was raised in a fine economic situation, and where they are from just by listening to them for a bit. I try not to judge people by the way they speak; it is very hard, though, to not judge someone who always messes up grammar and uses the wrong vocabulary.... John X Potter
People tell you as a child not to judge a book by its cover however it is human nature to judge by first impressions whether based on appearance or language. I am subjected to making these judgments because of my job as a beach attendant at La Ronde Beach Club. The job is based off of tips my coworkers and i receive from the members. After a while of this jobs we can usually tell whether or not a person will give a good tip or a poor tip. Even though all of these people are part of the upper class many of them are a part of old money families and are more proper and less outgoing than the male middle ages members who speak with loud arrogant voices. The middle aged men who usually seen arrogant loud but have some interest in you and giving you advice are the best tippers, and the snobby quiet propper ones are the worse.
I have been judged based on my use of language when I was in my early elementary school years. Being that I came from Poland and only spoke English a little bit, I was too afraid to speak in kindergarten and somewhat in first grade so I was looked at somewhat differently and had to attend ESL (English Second Language) classes. As I grew up I started getting really into grammar and, even now, I get judged by my good use of grammar and the fact that I correct other people. I do not judge people by the way they speak because I know it's difficult to have good grammar and speak in perfect English because it's not always the person's fault, such as accents and broken grammar like my parents. Although I believe grammar is important I take into consideration why many people of this age don't always value this. There are many conclusions one can make based on another's use of language such as ethnic background, where they live, their intellectual standings, values, etc. A clear example of one of these is the typical "New York" accent that many people have and is known for basically around the country. One will probably assume a person is from New York if they speak with what sounds this accent is commonly known for.
Almost every time I first see a person or hear how they talk, I pass judgement on what type of person they may be. All summer long, I attended lacrosse tournaments against teams from across the country. As a defender, I first would evaluate the opposing players by how they looked. I often would come to the conclusion that the players with properly fitted equipment and brightly colored accessories who stood tall were the better players. Even while talking to them before the game started their voices often was laced with a scent of confidence that told me that they were talented and needed to be guarded heavily. However, those players with worn down, falling off equipment who wouldn't even look me in the eye while talking were usually the ones who would have no impact on the game. Basically, a persons tone of voice and the words they chose can give sort of give you a glimpse into what the person's personality is and what they are like - Kyle Rubin
I do judge people when I first meet them. I'm not proud of it but it is just a natural thing to do. Most of the time I see people's physical appearance before I hear them talk so I judge them only on their appearance . After I get to hear people talk their tone can completely change their complexion to me. I try my best not to curse or use bad language because when I hear it it sounds low class. Not cursing and using proper language leads me to believe that most people wouldn't judge me on the use of my language, and solely on the sound of my voice and accent.Unfortunately I live in a very secluded area where more than 95 percent of my peers speak with the same accent. Hopefully as I get older I can meet people from different places and get to experience different language.
As most people have, I have judged people based on their use of language. The most common trait people are judged by based on their language is where they are from. It is easy for people to detect a certain accent or speaking tendency and pinpoint roughly where the speaker grew up or is from. However, through language, people can also be judged on character, mood, and/or intelligence. I think that judging one's character or intelligence is wrong. Speech alone does not define a person. I think it is accurate to judge someone's mood by their speech. One can tell when a speaker is frustrated, as he/she might speak through clenched teeth or with a feel of aggressiveness. Similarly, one can tell when a speaker is happy as it is usually easy to hear a sense of excitement or bliss. While some judgments are unfair, people will always judge others based on language, whether the judgments are subconscious or not.
Yes i have been judged before on the use of the language i use in front of others. The way i have judged is by how i might say certain words or pronounce them. These words may be said differently from people in a different region of the country, their nationality, or what country they are from. There a many conclusions that can be drawn from ones language. Some of these conclusions include social status, location, character, personality, and nationality. Language is learned by the region you grow up i think. Some people might say a word or phrase different in the north than they might in the south. In the end i think that language of a person can make people have conclusions on how that person is in many different ways.
I think that people often judge each other based on words that they use and/or the way they speak. A lot of the time we guess where someone is from based on their "accent" or the different words that we use for the same things. People also judge other people's economic statuses and how intellectual he or she is based on the way that they talk. People usually assume that if someone is using unusual vocabulary that they are smart because they are from a higher class. On the other hand, people have been judged as lower class if they aren't as well educated. I guess that these assumptions go back to times when only the rich were educated. Although it is wrong to judge someone based on the way they speak, it makes sense because of this reason.
I can't think of any specific occasion where I have judged someone based on language but I am sure I have judged at one point and been judged at one point. Language can be used to determine a persons social status anywhere, such as a high school setting where someone, for instance, could be judged to be a jock or a nerd based on his/her use of language. It can be used to make judgement on someones economic status such as whether a person is poor or upper class. It can also make conclusions on race or ethnicity or even someones hometown or residing state within the U.S or anywhere.
I sometimes may have judged people based on their language. When I talk to people who sound or use grammar different than I do, I am aware of the differences from my own speech. I think that people naturally draw their own conclusions about people’s language use whether or not they realize it. There are different types of speech unique to different areas and generalizations can also play along with it. I don’t believe that grammar or language use should be used to draw conclusions or bias’ towards other people, because it is a result of their environment and upbringing, not a person’s personal character.
I judge people often on their use of language because I believe that it shows how educated and well mannered they are. If they can't speak the english language at all right, then I will judge them and say that they are uneducated and possibly have no manners. However, if someone were to mispronounce a word such as "berry" instead of "bury" or "axed" instead of "asked" then I understand that they are just trying to say what they need to quickly. In conclusion, I believe that from someone's use of language, you have the ability to judge them to an extent where you can just imagine how they were educated and how they're manners hold up.
I think that people often judge each other based on words that they use and/or the way they speak. A lot of the time we guess where someone is from based on their "accent" or the different words that we use for the same things. People also judge other people's economic statuses and how intellectual he or she is based on the way that they talk. People usually assume that if someone is using unusual vocabulary that they are smart because they are from a higher class. On the other hand, people have been judged as lower class if they aren't as well educated. I guess that these assumptions go back to times when only the rich were educated. Although it is wrong to judge someone based on the way they speak, it makes sense because of this reason.
I have judged others and been judged myself on the way I speak. This was most common when I first moved to America six years ago and had a thick eastern european accent. When meeting new people, before I could even ask for their name they were already saying - where are you from? Fortunately, I lost this accent and apparently without even knowing it gained a new one. On my family trip to Florida we stopped for pancakes and our waitress said, you must be from "Long Island." I also have judged others on the way they speak. I usually don't notice people's accents, but the way that they speak. If they have really clear and articulate way of speaking I automatically assume that they must come from an educated, upper-class background. For example, if someone I had just met was frequently using slang words and had a foul mouth, I would already think less of them and their background.
I judge people all the time based on their language. Language is the first thing I notice. Spanish, English, French, anything besides English I'll know they are probably from somewhere else. Second thing is a person's accent. The accent of a person from Long Island, Brooklyn, the South, Latin America, London, and practically anywhere else in the world are all extremely distinctive, making it easy for me to tell a lot about the person's heritage, nationality and origins. Another thing about language that can be more or less obvious is diction--what kind of vocabulary they use. When people use "bigger" words, words that are more specific and have a more detailed meaning makes them sound more educated and classier. Than there are people who don't even use simple words correctly, and that always sounds more illiterate and uneducated. The last thing I notice is grammar, I usually don't notice that unless it is really terrible. I usually feel more judged on my language when I leave the country, mainly when I got to South Africa. People look and stare at me because I look different and when I talk the people eavesdrop too because my accent is so peculiar to them.
I think all of us can use a persons a speech as a clue of who they are. I think you can get a pretty good idea of a person if you just listen to the words they decide to use in conversation. This was especially helpful for me when I was meeting people from all across the nation at a summer camp in Rochester, NY. By using language as a tool of judgement, I became familiar with how different sections/ states of the nation use the english language. They way they talked and the words they used helped me decide if they were rich or poor, where they were from, and if they were smart or not. I don't believe that this alone should determine a persons social class and intelligence, but it can help when doing so. Which explains the reason why our parents, teachers, and others who are trying to help us succeed constantly stress that we should use the english language properly.
Everyone, whether they notice it or not judge others on the way they speak. When others use poor grammar, people assume they either have a poor education or don't put time or effort into schoolwork. Speaking properly shows what kind of person someone is and their values. Some may think it's very important to put time into speaking correctly while others do not. Society nowadays encourages and ignores grammar which makes many think it's okay to speak incorrectly. When people talk to me and use high level vocabulary and correct grammar, I naturally gain much more respect for the person and feel inferior to them. Language and they way people speak easily determines where people stand on the social ladder of society.
I do sometimes judge people based on the way they speak. I have often been known to correct a person's grammar or pronunciation in conversation, I don't mean to, but it's hard to stop myself when the sentence sounds so ugly. I however am sometimes judged by the way I speak as well, but not so much by my use of language as much as by my word choice. I often without thinking throw a word out there that has appalled a grandparent or two. I honestly can't help it, it's the way I speak and the way I express myself. I usually conclude when I am the judge that the person is being careless with their language and not paying attention, this is indeed harsh but I just can't help wanting to help people sound more articulate. The judgment on me however places me into a classless, uneducated stereotype, which isn't very fair at all because, who gets to say what is and isn't obscene. It does not make my judgement any better but it does make it more black and white.
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ReplyDeleteI have never judged someone on their use of language and as far as I know no one has ever judged me. Conclusions that can be made based off of language use are intelligence, locality or nationality, and personality.
ReplyDeletePersonally, I don't think I've ever really judged anyone based on their use of language. To me, words are power, and for everyone power is different. Whether it be the power to sound like a scholar from Harvard or some new-aged rapper who wants to make it big. I know my father always told me that when people curse it makes them seem illiterate because they can't find better words to use. In my opinion though, any word used is good enough so long as you put power behind them.
ReplyDeleteI think once or twice I was judged on my slight accent, but nothing horrible. Nor are the judgements bad. Usually, if someone tells me my accent is 'showing' they'll say that it makes my voice sound pretty.
Based on how someone uses language you can tell only a few things. Like where they came from and/or race. You can't tell what they've been through though, or how hard it is to be who they are. That's why you can't base someone off how they.
No I have not judged someone or been judged based on use of language however some people do and are. If people have annoying voices some people won't give them a chance and will just walk away and think their personality is annoying. Some people talk more elegant than others and by listening to those who talk in a very proper way are thought to be as snobby and high maintenance. I personally don't think it is right to judge people on use of language because sometimes their language doesn't characterize who they really are.
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ReplyDeleteI do not believe I have ever been judged based on my language. I have not ever judged someone based on their language. It is not my business to judge someone based on the single reason of how they speak and I would certainly hope that they feel in a similar way about how I speak.
Conclusions that one can draw on someone might be what region of the world they are from and how they were raised as a child. Certain regions of the world contain dialects or were a group of people have a sort of "slang" or variation on a traditional language spoken around the world.
To add to my previous comment, a southern accent indicates someone is from the south and a French accent indicates someone is from France. Poor grammar and a small vocabulary indicate low intelligence while good grammar and a large vocabulary indicate high intelligence. Someone's way of speaking, the words they choose and how they say things, like emphasis on syllables and inflexion shows their personality.
ReplyDeleteI sometimes judge people based on their use of language. If a person has really good use of language and grammar people tend to believe that they are of a higher class because it seems like they were taught to talk and speak properly and have a higher education. If people have poor use of language and do not speak in proper English grammar, it makes it seem like they are of a lower class because they don't know how to speak properly or were never taught the rules of the english language. You can possibly tell where a person is from based on their accent and use of language, you might be able to tell what class they are from or how much they were actually educated. But on the other hand, it is not fair to judge people or to make assumptions about someone solely based on their use of language, due to the fact that you'r assumptions could be wildly off base.
ReplyDelete-Megan Bernth
I think that I have been judged by the language I use, and i'll admit that I have judged others on their use of language. The way someone speaks shows how a person acts and it's easy to judge someone that way. The conclusions you could draw from someone's language are possibly where they come from, and how respectful they are of themselves and others. The way someone speaks is a reflection of someone's personality, and you could tell how educated they are by the language that they speak with.
ReplyDeletePeople are always being judged upon their language use. I don't think this is an uncommon thing. Personally I am judged or corrected quite frequently based off of my poor language use. I try not to judge others but I'll admit that I do correct people and even tease them sometimes based off of mistakes when speaking.
ReplyDeleteConclusions that can be found by someones language are numerous. Things like region of living, education, and what kind of a person someone is can all be determined by use of language.
I probably have been judged based on my language because when your having a conversation with a person its important to use language that describes yourself because if you use poor language you may not be judged as someone who is smart because of your poor language. But if you have good language when you are talking to someone it shows that you are intelligent and its easier to have a conversation with that person. The kinds of conclusion you can draw from a person is that a persons personality can be judged alot by their language. It shows what vocabulary they like to use and how they like themselves to be portrayed.
ReplyDeleteI always judge people when they use poor grammar, mainly because it is a pet peeve of mine and I find it disgusting how people can't take the time to learn the basic rules. It's so simple! People in our level of schooling and beyond still mix up "your" and "you're." One is possessive and one is a contaction of "you" and "are," it really isn't that difficult to grasp. I even own the book pictured above, and it contains pictures of misplaced apostrophes and spelling/conventional mistakes used around the world in public places, not just on Facebook statuses, but everywhere- street signs, billboards, etc. From simple mistakes like these one can draw the conclusion that the writer is simply lazy and careless to proofread.
ReplyDeleteI have been judged when I went to England everybody knew I was from New York just by the way I talked and they imagined I lived in the city. Just by the way that I pronounced my vowels it represented where I had come from.
ReplyDeleteWhen everyone thinks that people from jersey have the typical jersey accent, with the very pronounced o’s and e’s. I worked with someone who was actually from New Jersey everyone would do a double take because he didn’t talk like he was from the show Jersey Shore. Many people judged him, including myself because I had thought he was born and raised in Southampton, when in reality he was not. I think that sometimes you can determine who and where someone is from, from hundreds of miles away, but 90 miles is too close to change a language.
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ReplyDeleteI feel like I may have judged someone based on their use of language sometime in the past because i'm very particular about the way people speak and the way they use language and I feel like you can see who they are based on their use of language. If someone curses a lot at totally unnecessary times they are putting themselves out there as hard and loud and obnoxious. If someone speaks nicely, appropriately, and at the level of maturity they should be speaking at then they come across as mature kind people which is way better than a loud obnoxious person. I don't judge people when it comes to any kind of accent or the kind of language they use depending on their culture or something like that; I will pay more attention to the words and tone someone uses. I am sure someone has judged me on my use of language at some point in time but I've never been aware of it and if someone has than that is that person's opinion just like mine is about someone else's use of language.
We all judge people based on their use of language, but this judgement should not hold much weight. To some extent, a persons use of language does portray his/her level of education; their level of vocabulary and their use of grammer can show how educated a person is. At the same time however, a persons use of language is not enough to draw a valid conclusion about them. Even the most educated person may not have an aptitude for grammer and language, and in a relaxed setting most people will probably not focus on using high level language.
ReplyDeleteWhen I travel to the city, I feel as if people judge me by my use of language because I don't have a Brooklyn or Bronx accent. People hear the way I talk and can tell I'm not from the city, and they go on to find out where I'm from by the way I dress. I don't notice my use of language or anyone else from Long Island, but I'm capable of recognizing accents of the city. Yet I don't believe you can judge people based on the language because you cannot tell what someone does or where someone just by their language. It's like judging a book by it's cover; one is not learning about another's life, just the way they talk.
ReplyDeleteI have been judged by the way that I write in numerous occasions. Because of my poor spelling and grammar many people I converse with think I’m stupid. Although when I’m talking to someone and they refer to themselves by their name I tend to think they are childish and stubborn. I think that they way a person speaks is like they way they express who they are. Some people like to use large complex words to show their knowledge while others like to use shorter and similar words. Things you can pick up from one’s language are origins. So it is possible to tell what someone is like by his or her language.
ReplyDelete-Melissa Stangel
Even though being judged based on the way he or she uses the language is wrong, I have to be honest. I have judged someone by the way he or she speaks and uses their language. People from down south uses their language weird. By judging them in my eyes it makes it seem like they are unintelligent by saying y’all and by pronouncing things weird. They may think the exact same way as us on Long Island. For sure this doesn’t mean that we or they are unintelligent. That’s a completely false statement saying that they are not smart basing them on the way the speak. You cannot tell weather they are smart by the way they use their language always. People may use their language poorly but yet still move on to go to an Ivy league school.
ReplyDeleteYou cannot jump to conclusions weather or not they are intelligent by the way he or she speaks. Sometimes they speak very smart but their grades in school may be pretty poor. Or sometimes people may speak and use their language poor but yet have great grades. So therefore you cannot jump to conclusions on the way people use their language.
I think everyone unconsciously judges others based on use of language. Whenever I am on vacation outside of New York I feel judged by my "accent." Based on use of language you might be able to determine where that person lives or came from for example by their accent. If someone uses very diverse vocab words they might right away be judged as very smart while a person who uses only simple words might be judged as not so smart. Some people unconsciously say things that may be offensive or rude to others, which shapes how that person thinks of the other. Words that are said when people meet create a first impression of that person. The words people choose to use every day definitely add to who they are and what others think about them.
ReplyDelete- Bridget Stucklen
In my life, I have judged others based on the way that they have spoken. Specifically, when people use high- level vocabulary in conversation, you are able to judge the intelligence of that person. The contrary is also true. Whenever I hear somebody mispronounce something such as "liberry" instead of "library," it shows that they are just trying to say something quickly, and are not really paying attention closely to what they are saying. From someone's use of language, you cannot only sense their intelligence, but also sense their willingness in a given conversation. Lastly, you can also sense the mood that the person is in. If they are using words with positive connotations rather than those with negative connotations, they are in a happier mood. From listening to the way that someone uses language, you cannot tell what kind of person they are. Although you can get an idea of who someone is from a brief conversation, you must spend a decent amount of time with them to understand who they are.
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Kate Lewis
ReplyDeleteYes, I have been both judged by the way I talk and judged someone by the way they talk. I think we all judge things about a person, especially their speech, unintentionally. The second you meet someone you get a first impression of them. Speech is a part of this impression. You can usually tell where the person speaking is from by their accent. You can also judge a person’s educational background by the use of grammar and vocabulary. When I talk to people not from Long Island they usually say I have a Long Island accent. Many times you don’t even realize the way you talk because you are so used to it, like in my case. Even though you are most likely unconsciously judging people you are still doing it.
Someone’s use of language, weather acceptable or not, invites others to judge people based on the way they portray themselves in their speech. Many people are quick to make opinions and wrong judgments after hearing a certain use of language, and although we try not to, most have once judged someone based solely on their speech. One example of this is, when hearing someone’s language filled with bad grammar and inappropriate words people instantly assume bad things about this person. You can draw conclusions about a person’s attitude, values and personality through their use of language.
ReplyDeletei have judged people based on their use of language before, i think everyone has done it at least once in their lifetimes. going on a vacation people tend to judge me based on my accent. sometimes people can tell i am from new york, or the northeast at least based solely on the way i talk. usually they then judge me that i must like the yankees or I live in the city just because of the way i talk.
ReplyDeleteNaturally I judge people not only by how they look, but how they speak. Although I understand that this is not the right thing to do, it is human nature to judge others. This same judgment has been returned back to me when I went to a summer wrestling camp in Minnesota. Kids attended the camp from all over the country and quickly judged others based on their accents. Where one was from was one of the most common and rightful conclusions based on their accents. On the other hand many people judged others based on their backgrounds and educational levels; this is an inappropriate judgment. Besides ones social standings, language can also be used to determine someone’s attitude. For example, aggressive use of language can indicate anger. Overall I think that people should not judge others based on their use of language because it does not fully express the true character traits in a person.
ReplyDeleteI know that I shouldn't, but I generally judge people if they use improper grammar. Even while texting, my friends will send something like, "Your so nice," and it bugs me to the point at which I can't even look at it. I've even judged my parents, usually when they ask little things like, "Where's the chips?" when it should be, "Where are the chips?"
ReplyDeleteI don't know why I do it, but those little glitches always stop me. Maybe I think that they're not taking the care to use proper English simply because they don't feel like it. During school, these people would write a grammatically-correct essay at full credit, but while relaxing they use poor grammar. It bothers me that "real" grammar is only used in school. However, I don't automatically think anyone who does this is dumb (for the most part); it just seems weird that even people who know how to use their proper English skills don't normally do so.
Chris Rothe
ReplyDeleteIn the past I have judged, and continue to make judgements, based on the way people speak. For example, word usage and pernounciation can give away someone's place or origin and sometimes their level of education. In my opinion you can break language judgements into two catagories, geographic origin and education. People naturally inherit styles of speaking based on where they grew up and learned to speak. Similarly, an educated person will often have a better way of speaking than someone who neglected to learn throughout their years. Similarly, I have probably been judged by others on how I speak.
I have judged someone based on use of language, and have been judged myself. I've drawn conclusions due to the words and types of accents speak with. I would say something like, "Oh, you must be from down south." I don't mean anything by it, I find it interesting actually. I also find it interesting when people ask, "Are you from New York?". I don't think it is wrong to judge at all in that sense, but in the sense of economic status i believe it to be inaccurate.
ReplyDeleteI could probably say that I have been judged for the way I speak due to poor grammar. I have some friends that are grammar freaks that correct me all the time. I would say others probably judge me off of the way I speak because I feel that the way you hold a conversation shows what kind of person you are. I have definitely judged people based on how they speak, from where they are from to what kind of person they are. I know if people use a lot of slang or cut words short I usually assume that they are like "thuggish". Over the summer I worked with people from Wisconsin and I would always find it interesting how they said things differently then us or how some words were different. They would constantly make fun of me for how I spoke and I would do the same back to them. I know several times when I have gone on vacation I have been called the "Long Island Girl" from people that pass me by just from them overhearing a conversation I was having. Also, my mom is originally from Brooklyn and she is always trying to hide her Brooklyn accent. She covers it pretty well but every once and a while someone makes judgement. Overall I think that by judging a person just by the way they speak doesn't give you the full meaning of a certain person. Yes you may be able to figure out where they come from or the environment that they are surrounded by but I feel that to really know a person you have to get to know them and not just judge them by their language.
ReplyDeleteYes, I have been judged on the way I speak, but I’m sure most people have. One time when I was in California on vacation I went to a kid center and was with a bunch of Californians. They all commented on my New York accent and compared how we each say things differently. I didn’t even realize I had an accent because I’m so used to everyone talking in the same way here. I didn’t know there would be such a big difference in how people from other parts of the country speak. Based on ones language, you can assume many things. For example if someone uses inappropriate words or uses bad grammar, one would assume they are not a very good person. Then again if someone is very polite and uses good grammar, one can assume they are a pretty good person. You should not always judge a person on how they speak though, as it could lead to false assumptions.
ReplyDeleteI have judged many people by how they speak, but I only judge those who use bad language. I feel that anyone that uses bad language quite often is either stupid, or they do not care about what they have to say. I do not judge people that use proper or above-average language, but I feel that whomever (I am not sure, if I was supposed to use "whoever" or "whomever", but "whomever" sounds much better. Please do correct me, if I am wrong.) uses language in those ways carries weight with the words, meaning that they have something to say that must be heard. I really enjoy when people speak properly and effectively. I feel that you can draw the conclusion of how important one's words are from their use of language. The better the language used to speak, the more important what they say is.
ReplyDeleteI have judged people by how they speak. The way they speak can give you an idea of where they are from or where they grew up. For instance, people with certain dialects are normally associated with certain areas of the country or world. But they way a person talks can also tell you how educated and what class of persons they belong to. Well educated and upper class citizens tend to use more sophisticated language while people with less education and from the lower class seem to use more slang and juvenile vocabulary. This can also help determine the maturity of a person by examining what language they use at certain times and if it is appropriate to the setting of the conversation. These are a few things you can find out about a person just from the way they use thier language.
ReplyDeletePersonally, when I do have a conversation with someone, I sometimes realize a sort of accent or the words or grammar that they use while speaking. From this I can sometimes assume or predict their place of Origin and social status. Sometimes when you hear a person speaking more formally you could assume they were brought it in a better economic situation and learned to speak more formal and elegant. At point when I speak to someone who replies in slang I feel like they just don't care about language, but that can me a false accusation because it may involve the people's speech around them and their education levels which for many reasons could be lower than it should be and I realized this judgement could be looked at as demeaning. For example when I was talking to a kid that I met his slang was very intense and he used words that you wouldn't normally hear, at the moment I felt that he just didn't care, but then I saw how his family and friends had spoken the same way, and he had just grown up listening to that all his life. Another time I had met a younger cousin of mine and she had an intense accent, and just upon hearing that I could easily assume that she was from a southern state where many people spoke like that and the accent had grown on her. In conclusion I feel at some times it is very inappropriate to judge people on their way of speech, because as a person we aren't completely aware of how the way of speech was obtained and all our assumptions aren't always true.
ReplyDeleteI have both been judged and have been the judge when it comes to language. It is not right, but it is part of the human condition. I have become known as a bit of a grammar nazi among my family. When I stayed with my uncle in Southern Maryland the poor grammar as well as the accents of the locals tripped my mind to think redneck. Of course it went the other way as well. I was instantly dubbed "Jon's New York niece" by all of his friends' kids. I was called pretentious because of my use of, basically SAT vocabulary. The language we use can help draw the conclusions of place of origin, level of education, and social standing. Then again, there are some people whose language is misleading. How many times have I heard people in the hall talking like they grew up in a lower class neighborhood when really they have lived in Westhampton all their lives?
ReplyDeleteI think that whether people choose to acknowledge it or not, people constantly judge others based on language not because they desire to be harsh or mean but because it helps to simplify and categorize our lives, something we naturally do. It is actually useful to do so when we are trying to differentiate between class, geographic location, mental capacity, and other factors. I generally try not to judge people based on their use of language, but being isolated from certain types of people like Southerners tends to cause stereotyping when I initially meet these different people. Often, when I go to different places on Long Island people treat me more condescendingly when they find out that I am from the Hamptons, but in reality this is not based off of my language choices or tendencies but simply where I live.
ReplyDeleteI usually find myself judging others solely based off of how they speak. If one comes up to me with a Southern accent and bad grammar, I generally don't bring up very complex subjects. In another case, if someone comes up to me with a British accent and starts talking very properly, I can infer that this person is knowledgeable. I have been judged on family vacations to Arizona and Florida. They can tell I'm from New "Yawk" or "Lawng Island" before I tell them. They always deride me for talking like that and sometimes make comments that they "aren't up to our standards." You can tell if someone has had private schooling, was raised in a fine economic situation, and where they are from just by listening to them for a bit. I try not to judge people by the way they speak; it is very hard, though, to not judge someone who always messes up grammar and uses the wrong vocabulary.... John X Potter
ReplyDeletePeople tell you as a child not to judge a book by its cover however it is human nature to judge by first impressions whether based on appearance or language. I am subjected to making these judgments because of my job as a beach attendant at La Ronde Beach Club. The job is based off of tips my coworkers and i receive from the members. After a while of this jobs we can usually tell whether or not a person will give a good tip or a poor tip. Even though all of these people are part of the upper class many of them are a part of old money families and are more proper and less outgoing than the male middle ages members who speak with loud arrogant voices. The middle aged men who usually seen arrogant loud but have some interest in you and giving you advice are the best tippers, and the snobby quiet propper ones are the worse.
ReplyDeleteI have been judged based on my use of language when I was in my early elementary school years. Being that I came from Poland and only spoke English a little bit, I was too afraid to speak in kindergarten and somewhat in first grade so I was looked at somewhat differently and had to attend ESL (English Second Language) classes. As I grew up I started getting really into grammar and, even now, I get judged by my good use of grammar and the fact that I correct other people. I do not judge people by the way they speak because I know it's difficult to have good grammar and speak in perfect English because it's not always the person's fault, such as accents and broken grammar like my parents. Although I believe grammar is important I take into consideration why many people of this age don't always value this.
ReplyDeleteThere are many conclusions one can make based on another's use of language such as ethnic background, where they live, their intellectual standings, values, etc. A clear example of one of these is the typical "New York" accent that many people have and is known for basically around the country. One will probably assume a person is from New York if they speak with what sounds this accent is commonly known for.
Almost every time I first see a person or hear how they talk, I pass judgement on what type of person they may be. All summer long, I attended lacrosse tournaments against teams from across the country. As a defender, I first would evaluate the opposing players by how they looked. I often would come to the conclusion that the players with properly fitted equipment and brightly colored accessories who stood tall were the better players. Even while talking to them before the game started their voices often was laced with a scent of confidence that told me that they were talented and needed to be guarded heavily. However, those players with worn down, falling off equipment who wouldn't even look me in the eye while talking were usually the ones who would have no impact on the game. Basically, a persons tone of voice and the words they chose can give sort of give you a glimpse into what the person's personality is and what they are like
ReplyDelete- Kyle Rubin
I do judge people when I first meet them. I'm not proud of it but it is just a natural thing to do. Most of the time I see people's physical appearance before I hear them talk so I judge them only on their appearance . After I get to hear people talk their tone can completely change their complexion to me. I try my best not to curse or use bad language because when I hear it it sounds low class. Not cursing and using proper language leads me to believe that most people wouldn't judge me on the use of my language, and solely on the sound of my voice and accent.Unfortunately I live in a very secluded area where more than 95 percent of my peers speak with the same accent. Hopefully as I get older I can meet people from different places and get to experience different language.
ReplyDeleteAs most people have, I have judged people based on their use of language. The most common trait people are judged by based on their language is where they are from. It is easy for people to detect a certain accent or speaking tendency and pinpoint roughly where the speaker grew up or is from. However, through language, people can also be judged on character, mood, and/or intelligence. I think that judging one's character or intelligence is wrong. Speech alone does not define a person. I think it is accurate to judge someone's mood by their speech. One can tell when a speaker is frustrated, as he/she might speak through clenched teeth or with a feel of aggressiveness. Similarly, one can tell when a speaker is happy as it is usually easy to hear a sense of excitement or bliss. While some judgments are unfair, people will always judge others based on language, whether the judgments are subconscious or not.
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ReplyDeleteYes i have been judged before on the use of the language i use in front of others. The way i have judged is by how i might say certain words or pronounce them. These words may be said differently from people in a different region of the country, their nationality, or what country they are from. There a many conclusions that can be drawn from ones language. Some of these conclusions include social status, location, character, personality, and nationality. Language is learned by the region you grow up i think. Some people might say a word or phrase different in the north than they might in the south. In the end i think that language of a person can make people have conclusions on how that person is in many different ways.
I think that people often judge each other based on words that they use and/or the way they speak. A lot of the time we guess where someone is from based on their "accent" or the different words that we use for the same things. People also judge other people's economic statuses and how intellectual he or she is based on the way that they talk. People usually assume that if someone is using unusual vocabulary that they are smart because they are from a higher class. On the other hand, people have been judged as lower class if they aren't as well educated. I guess that these assumptions go back to times when only the rich were educated. Although it is wrong to judge someone based on the way they speak, it makes sense because of this reason.
ReplyDeleteI can't think of any specific occasion where I have judged someone based on language but I am sure I have judged at one point and been judged at one point. Language can be used to determine a persons social status anywhere, such as a high school setting where someone, for instance, could be judged to be a jock or a nerd based on his/her use of language. It can be used to make judgement on someones economic status such as whether a person is poor or upper class. It can also make conclusions on race or ethnicity or even someones hometown or residing state within the U.S or anywhere.
ReplyDeleteI sometimes may have judged people based on their language. When I talk to people who sound or use grammar different than I do, I am aware of the differences from my own speech. I think that people naturally draw their own conclusions about people’s language use whether or not they realize it. There are different types of speech unique to different areas and generalizations can also play along with it. I don’t believe that grammar or language use should be used to draw conclusions or bias’ towards other people, because it is a result of their environment and upbringing, not a person’s personal character.
ReplyDeleteLian
I judge people often on their use of language because I believe that it shows how educated and well mannered they are. If they can't speak the english language at all right, then I will judge them and say that they are uneducated and possibly have no manners. However, if someone were to mispronounce a word such as "berry" instead of "bury" or "axed" instead of "asked" then I understand that they are just trying to say what they need to quickly. In conclusion, I believe that from someone's use of language, you have the ability to judge them to an extent where you can just imagine how they were educated and how they're manners hold up.
ReplyDeleteJames Passarelle
I think that people often judge each other based on words that they use and/or the way they speak. A lot of the time we guess where someone is from based on their "accent" or the different words that we use for the same things. People also judge other people's economic statuses and how intellectual he or she is based on the way that they talk. People usually assume that if someone is using unusual vocabulary that they are smart because they are from a higher class. On the other hand, people have been judged as lower class if they aren't as well educated. I guess that these assumptions go back to times when only the rich were educated. Although it is wrong to judge someone based on the way they speak, it makes sense because of this reason.
ReplyDeleteI have judged others and been judged myself on the way I speak. This was most common when I first moved to America six years ago and had a thick eastern european accent. When meeting new people, before I could even ask for their name they were already saying - where are you from? Fortunately, I lost this accent and apparently without even knowing it gained a new one. On my family trip to Florida we stopped for pancakes and our waitress said, you must be from "Long Island." I also have judged others on the way they speak. I usually don't notice people's accents, but the way that they speak. If they have really clear and articulate way of speaking I automatically assume that they must come from an educated, upper-class background. For example, if someone I had just met was frequently using slang words and had a foul mouth, I would already think less of them and their background.
ReplyDeleteI judge people all the time based on their language. Language is the first thing I notice. Spanish, English, French, anything besides English I'll know they are probably from somewhere else. Second thing is a person's accent. The accent of a person from Long Island, Brooklyn, the South, Latin America, London, and practically anywhere else in the world are all extremely distinctive, making it easy for me to tell a lot about the person's heritage, nationality and origins. Another thing about language that can be more or less obvious is diction--what kind of vocabulary they use. When people use "bigger" words, words that are more specific and have a more detailed meaning makes them sound more educated and classier. Than there are people who don't even use simple words correctly, and that always sounds more illiterate and uneducated. The last thing I notice is grammar, I usually don't notice that unless it is really terrible.
ReplyDeleteI usually feel more judged on my language when I leave the country, mainly when I got to South Africa. People look and stare at me because I look different and when I talk the people eavesdrop too because my accent is so peculiar to them.
I think all of us can use a persons a speech as a clue of who they are. I think you can get a pretty good idea of a person if you just listen to the words they decide to use in conversation. This was especially helpful for me when I was meeting people from all across the nation at a summer camp in Rochester, NY. By using language as a tool of judgement, I became familiar with how different sections/ states of the nation use the english language. They way they talked and the words they used helped me decide if they were rich or poor, where they were from, and if they were smart or not. I don't believe that this alone should determine a persons social class and intelligence, but it can help when doing so. Which explains the reason why our parents, teachers, and others who are trying to help us succeed constantly stress that we should use the english language properly.
ReplyDeleteEveryone, whether they notice it or not judge others on the way they speak. When others use poor grammar, people assume they either have a poor education or don't put time or effort into schoolwork. Speaking properly shows what kind of person someone is and their values. Some may think it's very important to put time into speaking correctly while others do not. Society nowadays encourages and ignores grammar which makes many think it's okay to speak incorrectly. When people talk to me and use high level vocabulary and correct grammar, I naturally gain much more respect for the person and feel inferior to them. Language and they way people speak easily determines where people stand on the social ladder of society.
ReplyDeleteVanessa Kowalski
I do sometimes judge people based on the way they speak. I have often been known to correct a person's grammar or pronunciation in conversation, I don't mean to, but it's hard to stop myself when the sentence sounds so ugly. I however am sometimes judged by the way I speak as well, but not so much by my use of language as much as by my word choice. I often without thinking throw a word out there that has appalled a grandparent or two. I honestly can't help it, it's the way I speak and the way I express myself.
ReplyDeleteI usually conclude when I am the judge that the person is being careless with their language and not paying attention, this is indeed harsh but I just can't help wanting to help people sound more articulate. The judgment on me however places me into a classless, uneducated stereotype, which isn't very fair at all because, who gets to say what is and isn't obscene. It does not make my judgement any better but it does make it more black and white.