You can't just tell some stranger your name right? Even if it seems a little mean?
2007-09-19 09:43:42 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
The guy walked over to me while i was at the bus stop and asked my name, how old i was, what school i go to, and if i had a boyfriend. I said yes, even though i don't ,but he still wouldn't leave.
2007-09-19 09:54:55 · update #1
Im 16 but i look 13 :)
2007-09-19 10:02:26 · update #2
I have a couple of rules.
1.) if youre alone try not to make eye contact while walking
2.) If youre in a group, dont try to show off in front of your friends. But dont be rude.
3.) If the guy asking is in a group dont embarrass him.
4.) Never do anything that makes you uncomfortable.
It's a dangerous world youre walking thru. Dont be dumb.
2007-09-19 09:48:19 · answer #1 · answered by loverorfriend 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
How old are you?
If you are a little kid, then it is a good idea to avoid talking to strangers.
If you are a teenager or young adult, then why would you be afraid to give him your first name?
In the course of conversation, it is usually polite to use the person's name. It adds a personal touch.
EDIT: Based on the new info you gave, it sounds a little creepy to me too! If he just asked your name, that would have been fine. Asking your school and age is too much!
2007-09-19 09:53:19 · answer #2 · answered by Matt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-01-02 09:58:42 · answer #3 · answered by viands 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not required to tell a stranger your name, and in fact for a young lady it's usually not a safe idea. Engaging in any sort of conversation, even just saying hello, is seen as permission for them to keep talking to you. If you are not interested in talking with the boy, then just ignore him. You are not required by etiquette to reply to anything he asks.
You're going to face a lot of this in the coming years - guys will be constantly trying to start conversations with you, sit next to you, ask to dance with you, try to buy you drinks, and so on. And these men, and society at large, will try to make you feel rude/bitchy/mean for not allowing them to do so. But keep in mind that your time, like your body, is YOURS, not theirs, and you have every right to decide how to use it. Just because they ask, doesn't mean you have to give. At most, give a vague, distracted smile to acknowledge that you heard their attempt, and then look away and focus your attention on another conversation or whatever to imply that you are just not interested at all in whatever they are offering.
2007-09-19 09:52:29 · answer #4 · answered by teresathegreat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think if you are old enough to be aware of the circumstances you can decide for yourself.If he's cute and doesn't seem dangerous,sure why not tell him your name.You could always give a fake name,and chat w/ him to see what kind of guy he is,then decide later what to do from there.
Most importantly, BE CAREFUL.Take care,use good judgement,and have fun!
2007-09-19 09:49:57 · answer #5 · answered by Angela T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use good judgment by observing this person- does he appear to be sincere or just another street flirt? are you attracted to him or curious? While it's true there is no harm in giving your name (first name) that is, sometimes it can lead to more questions, and if you are not interested just say that. "I'm not interested. Have a good day." and keep walking. But if you are, "I'm Jane, and you are?" and just go from there...
2007-09-19 09:55:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you are interested in them and feel comfortable you can tell them your name but you don't have to. You always have a choice, a choice to give your name, a fake name, or no name at all. Trust your gut, if you are into them then go for it if you aren't or they seem weird than don't. :)
2007-09-19 09:49:38 · answer #7 · answered by Megs 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I tell him my alias and then say "yeahhhh IM TAKEN" and run away. Seriously, every shopping mall I'm in, no matter if its in California or Georgia, some guy will always hit on me and ask me for my name. One time this herd of black men followed me into Victoria's Secret to ask me if I was single cuz their friend thought i was hot. Then I had some aspiring rapper who worked at Anchor Blue hit on me and tried to get me to go to his "club" he was gonna open. YEA RIGHT
2007-09-19 09:49:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You always answer a question with a question... this way you get more info really quick & can make a decision based on the answers as to whether you want to give out any information of your own...
"What's your name?" - "Who wants to know?"
"ME" - "Who's ME?"
get it? if you don't get straight answers - say "Nice to Meet whoever you are" & leave!
2007-09-19 09:49:34 · answer #9 · answered by T. 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't tell them my real name I would give them a realistic nickname.
Did he say why he wanted to know your name? I mean was he like hitting on you? Was he taking a survey? Well either way I wouldn't give out my real name
2007-09-19 09:48:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋