I just found out that a fringe is called your bangs, in America. I never knew this! Does anyone know why it's called 'bangs?'
2007-01-18 01:15:08 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
The North American term "bang" or "bangs" is thought to come from the use of the word "bang" to connote something sudden or abrupt, and the idea that the hair over the forehead comes to an abrupt end after just a few inches. The British term "fringe" simply refers to the resemblence of the short row of hair to ornamental fringe trim.
2007-01-18 01:19:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why is it called "fringe" where you are at? ;-)
In any case, Wikipedia says that the North American term "bang" or "bangs" is thought to come from the use of the word "bang" to connote something sudden or abrupt, and the idea that the hair over the forehead comes to an abrupt end after just a few inches.
2007-01-18 09:23:24 · answer #2 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Don't everyone assume this question is derogatory towards Americans. It just seems to be an interesting question of etymology. It can be traced possibly like the word dumb which really means unable to speak but has been confused with the German word dumm which means stupid. Now if the Americans couldn't distinguish between the two words then, yes, it does call into question their linguisitic ability but let's not condemn them for that. There are many greater things to condemn them fior.
2007-01-18 10:07:01 · answer #3 · answered by checkmate 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I've never heard it called your "fringe" before. Maybe you could tell me why it's called that instead of bangs.
2007-01-18 09:25:22 · answer #4 · answered by Still Crazy... 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It is ridiculous, I have no idea but have been chastized for using the word fringe by Americans before. Well excuse me !!
2007-01-18 11:26:27 · answer #5 · answered by North London Lady! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe the same reason you call your bangs, your fringe
2007-01-18 09:18:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why do Brits call rags "flannels"? Why do you call trucks "lorries"? We could go on like this all day...Shoot I don't know!
2007-01-18 09:24:57 · answer #7 · answered by liberpez 5 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Because it 'bangs' against your forehead when it moves.
2007-01-18 09:17:55 · answer #8 · answered by Sweet! 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I've no idea but it's so stupid. It makes no sense. Hopefully an American will answer this and put us out of our misery with an answer....
2007-01-18 09:19:14 · answer #9 · answered by Misha-non-penguin 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
is it really ? thats a new one on me
2007-01-18 09:18:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋