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"Dude", The Duct Tape of Language

According to this article my constant use of the word "Dude" is a valid form of communication. A linguist from the U. of Pittsburgh decontructed the word.

I use "dude" so often in my common speech that I don't even know when I use it. Finally, someone understands that the word "dude" is as versatile as Duct Tape. It can be a name for a friend (What's up dude?), a warning (Dude, you're a little close), an exclamation (Dude! I'm so wasted.), and a form of agreement (Dude, I understand).

I am glad that I haven't left this particular California vernacular behind. It makes me unique in this land of "Howdy" and "Y'all".

posted by Kevin @ 10:34 AM