What's wrong with these people?
Do they think it sounds big and clever?
It just sounds inarticulate, affected and daft.
2007-10-04 05:09:32 · 15 answers · asked by Hugo Fitch 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
It would depend on whether the word applies or not...
under the Heritage definition for the words...
Issue - definition #4c "A misgiving, objection, or complaint".
Problem - definition #3 "A misgiving, objection, or complaint".
So long as you use the word in the correct context, they can mean the same thing.
I think the most common reason for using issues instead of problems is being politicially correct, as problems tends to carry with it the connotation that there is something wrong, that needs to be fixed. Issues tends to suggest something that merely needs to be resolved.
2007-10-04 05:22:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the synonyms for issues is problems..so what's the problem. Why do you have an issue with people using it...sorry, why do you have problem with that issue.
It's not always exactly the right word, but it is not inarticulate, or daft. It may be an affect sometimes.
It's a small issue..or problem..one of those.
2007-10-04 12:16:36 · answer #2 · answered by ghouly05 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its called tactical variation - I have nothing wrong with me, I don't think I sound big or clever (If I wanted to do that, I'd call them 'current events causing an obstruction in the overall objective') I am by no means inarticulate, affected, and I'm only daft when it suits me.
So to answer your question, no I don't want to punch people who say 'issues'
Plus, it rhymes with 'tissues' : )
2007-10-04 12:15:27 · answer #3 · answered by Gem Gem 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Actually, there is a difference between the two words. An "issue" generally has a larger scope than a "problem" does. For example:
I have a problem with people who don't understand global issues.
Now you can worry about only punching the people who don't use the words correctly and not punching the people who say "issues" when they mean "issues."
2007-10-04 12:16:59 · answer #4 · answered by dlc3007 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Hugo hugo hugo
Basically I am having issues with your question. I'd like to say problems but clearly this whole thing has totally screwed your mind to the point were your level of understanding modern speech is becoming a serious p......... /////// issue.
now GET a grip and lighten up you big problem case!!!!!!!!1
2007-10-04 12:25:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think that 'issue' is pretty synonymous with 'problem' and either way, its up to you to interpret what they mean by it, and what they want from you. for instance, i have lots of difficulties in my life, but i dont need your pity, or concern. but thats not the point. on the other hand, you could show a little more patience with people who may indeed have issues, or problems if you will, or not.
2007-10-04 12:14:55 · answer #6 · answered by lyrathefairie 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No, I don't want to punch people for saying issues why resort to violence if you've got a problem? the best way to look at it is they're not bothering you so leave them to do their own thing.
Thank you
2007-10-04 12:16:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I must not be on the same intellectual level as you, Einstein...
I have issues that I call problems and I have problems that I occasionally use the term "issues" for...
2007-10-04 12:15:11 · answer #8 · answered by Buff 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes!
They think they sound cool saying issues as if they have none of their own. Also makes them feel they are superior to that person as well. Which in my eyes just makes them sound and look stupid when they say it.
2007-10-04 12:15:19 · answer #9 · answered by Dude 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Sounds like you're the one with the "issues".
2007-10-04 12:22:48 · answer #10 · answered by ♥ тнє σяιgιиαℓ gιяℓfяι∂αу ♥ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋