Why do people misunderstand each other sometimes?

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This discussion centers on the reasons behind interpersonal misunderstandings, particularly in communication among native speakers. Key factors identified include unusual communication styles, false expectations, and the influence of past experiences on interpretation. Participants noted that misunderstandings often arise when speakers use language in unexpected ways or when listeners have preconceived notions about what they expect to hear. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clarity and adapting communication methods to foster better understanding.

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  • #61
Banana, banana!
I'll disarm that guy!
*Rushes after the flying banana, is about to overtake it, but stumbles, face slamming into El Hombre's crotch*
 
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  • #62
Hey guys, do you like to fish?
 
  • #63
Banana is better than fish.
 
  • #64
It's fun esp. when you go fishing by a boat. You don't have to eat fishes that you catch.
 
  • #65
arildno said:
Banana, banana!
I'll disarm that guy!
*Rushes after the flying banana, is about to overtake it, but stumbles, face slamming into El Hombre's crotch*
Geddoff me banana!
 
  • #66
El Hombre Invisible said:
Geddoff me banana!
Sorry, my mistake, won't happen again. Do you want my banana, as a peace offering?
 
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  • #67


I hope all of people who talk about banana, step on one and slip! :devil:
 
  • #68
Banana, bread and nutella :D
 
  • #69
Beware arildno, I've just ordered a stealth banana to be launched.

Banana, bread and nutella
Funnily enough I had one of those about three weeks ago.
 
  • #70
Daminc said:
Beware arildno, I've just ordered a stealth banana to be launched.
Am I in danger of getting stabbed in the back all of a sudden?
 
  • #71
arildno said:
Am I in danger of getting stabbed in the back all of a sudden?
Beware of people who smile at you while holding a banana.
 
  • #72
It's targetted at your feet. Your sole shall be displaced and you shall fall on your butt.
That's the plan anyway
 
  • #73
Has anyone ever slipped on a banana or banana peel? The only fruit I've ever slipped on was a rotten tomato, which was scary because I was hanging off a bridge at the time (ahhhh, my days of being the bridge-climbing champion of Shrewsbury...).
 
  • #74
El Hombre Invisible said:
Beware of people who smile at you while holding a banana.

Daminc said:
It's targetted at your feet. Your sole shall be displaced and you shall fall on your butt.
That's the plan anyway
:cry: :cry: :cry:
Unfriendly banana-wielders both of you!
I've made friendly overtures and been receptive and open to any suggestions, and how I am repaid for that?

Fie, you're no fun to play with!
El Hombre said:
Has anyone ever slipped on a banana or banana peel? The only fruit I've ever slipped on was a rotten tomato, which was scary because I was hanging off a bridge at the time (ahhhh, my days of being the bridge-climbing champion of Shrewsbury...)
And don't you dare, El Hombre, to try and slip on ME; it'll hurt, I promise.
 
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  • #75
Misunderstanding and ? what's the relation?
 
  • #76
Lisa! how can you NOT like bananas ? Is it the taste? The texture?
 
  • #77
Daminc said:
Lisa! how can you NOT like bananas ? Is it the taste? The texture?
I'll tell you exactly what is wrong with a banana; stick it in your mouth, and it SOFTENS and turns into mush.
 
  • #78
Chocolate does that and I bet you like chocolate.
 
  • #79
Daminc said:
Chocolate does that and I bet you like chocolate.
It doesn't; not right away.
I want to chew on my food before it softens; the banana does so way too prematurely.
 
  • #80
arildno said:
It doesn't; not right away.
I want to chew on my food before it softens; the banana does so way too prematurely.

And that makes u just eat more and mroe and more... :!)
 

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