Wednesday, June 17, 2009

British English VS Malaysian English

WHEN GIVING A BAD NEWS TO CUSTOMER
Britons: I'm sorry, sir, but we don't seem to have this sweater you want in your size, but if you give me a moment, I can call the other outlets for you.
Malaysians: No stock!
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WHEN ASKING FOR A PERMISSION
Britons: Excuse me, but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this door?
Malaysians: (pointing at the door) Can ar?
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WHEN ENTERTAINING
Britons: Please make yourself right at home.
Malaysians: No need shy shy one la~
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WHEN DECLINING AN OFFER
Britons: I would prefer not to do that, if you don't mind.
Malaysians: Don't want lah.
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WHEN ASKING SOMEONE TO LOWER THEIR VOICE
Britons: Excuse me, but could you please lower your voice?
Malaysians: Shut up lar!

2 comments:

lavender_6 said...

look like that Brtish people more politely than Malaysian. huhu.
A125211

lavender_6 said...

haha...yaya...