Why do Brits and Americans have a special term instead of just using Immigrant?

  • lime!English
    167·
    1 month ago

    well when you challenge an opinion you usually offer an alternative opinion.

    • Ogmios@sh.itjust.works
      723·
      1 month ago

      Usually. But if the premise is particularly stupid I might choose to prompt the speaker to actually think about what they’ve said for a moment.

      Or you could just read any of the numerous other comments here which offer other explanations.

      • lime!English
        125·
        1 month ago

        i did think about it and it matches my experience. i will read the rest of the thread.

        Edit: i have now read the rest of the thread. nobody seems to agree and i see no sources.