Fred (and listers),
I'm assuming Adam's point was what we call "tongue in cheek", which
essentially means it was intended in a humorous sort of way. That was how
I took it anyway.
Most of us Americans are very impressed with the ability of folks, like
you, who can actually communicate with us. I for one recognize the
serious limitations of most Americans (including me) in learning other
languages. Face it--we're pretty lazy when you get right down to it. I
think Adam was only trying to make fun of that fact.
The Dutch words are welcome on the list! Some of may learn a thing or
two.
Phil
On Wed, 23 May 2001, fred schneider wrote:
> Sorry i didn't know why you are pissed about it but i didn't know the
> englisch or american word for it. But i know the asker was dutch and
> schuurpapier is dutch. The most important thing is he gets an answer.
>
> Fred schneider
> Holland
> ps be glad the language is englisch, we always have to learn other languages
> and when we make a mistake you get reactions like this.
