I don't but ive heard that lots of women do. I peed off when my public law lecturer keeps on calling me that blonde girl tho.
2007-12-11 08:24:39 · 27 answers · asked by raggyann 3 in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
No, I don't get offended when I'm called "girl". Nor do I get offended when someone refers to me as a "chick", "doll", "sweetie", or "honey". I kind of like it, actually, because to me, it means that they find me cute and approachable. And standing at 5'10" as I do, I appreciate it when people find me cute.
EDIT: Man, some of the answers on here... You'd think we were running off of a caste system or something! Here's a fun fact for you: I have never, ever in my life been called "miss". Maybe once or twice when I was 13. People ALWAYS call me "ma'am". I don't look older than any other women my age, either (I'm 23). In truth, I think it's a very positive thing! It means that we're moving away from age-specific terminology as a society. I'll call a girl two years my junior "ma'am" just as readily as I'll call a woman 30 years my senior "ma'am". It requires a lot less guess work, AND it's equalist.
2007-12-11 08:44:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
They do get offended when called ladies. Hmmmmmm. Also, there is a historical reason for this. In the past, referring to a woman as a girl meant that she did not have legal status, which changed when she became her husband's property instead of her father's property. Personally though, I don't mind being called a girl, except for the fact that being a grown woman I no longer think of myself as a girl. I'm not offended though. I just don't like being called a gal. But that's just etiquette.
2016-05-23 02:38:42 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it doesn't offend me in the least and never did. I don't think it should offend any woman UNLESS you can tell by the tone of voice or the context of what is being said that the person saying 'girl' intends it as an insult. You, yourself would not say, "I'm going out with the women." You'd say you're going out with the girls. Most of the time it's just a word with no insult intended.
2007-12-11 08:43:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the context of the situation...if it were a friend or someone my age just kinda being cheeky or having a fun attitude I would not care. But if it were someone a lot older than me or a costumer at work I would be angry. If someone does not know my name and wants to get my attention I prefer to be called "miss" not "hey you" or "girl" or "m'aam." I'm not nearly old enough to be a maam!
2007-12-11 09:16:24 · answer #4 · answered by jellybean24 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What's a word among friends? I don't have a problem with being called "girl" because the marjority of times I hear it, it's from a friend. Even if it's not from a friend, to me is shows a personable person. It's someone who is comfortable with themselves and not really out to offend.
Guys do it too. Most guys don't call you girl to offend, but occasionally one will. It's all in the tone of how it's said.
How bout'cha girly girl! I love it!
2007-12-11 08:34:54 · answer #5 · answered by MoxZ 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I only accept it from close friends - usually "You go girl!" but otherwise if they can't refer to me as woman, then I expect young lady at least (though this should be for under 21 I believe). When waitresses call me sweetie or dear and I'm clearly older than they are, I find it disrespectful. I was raised to always be aware of who you were talking to and address them appropriately. A child is dear or sweetie, a yong lady is miss, and an older woman is ma'am. If you don't know which to use, just be respectful and don't use any of them.
I'd walk up to him and tell him respectfully straight out what your name is and that you really dislike being referred to as "That Blonde Girl" because it is insulting, implying you are only recognized for your appearance and not really worth remembering your name. If he can't remember your name than "the young lady in the blue jacket" would be just fine.
What can I say, I was raised to be VERY aware of respect for others, especially when addressing them because that's when they are going to get their first impression of YOU.
2007-12-11 08:38:46 · answer #6 · answered by The Cat 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Na, I just turned 22, so for everytime I am referred to as a woman there's ten times I'm referred to as a girl. In a decade or so, however, I may find it a bit patronizing.
2007-12-11 16:23:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
When my boss (a doctor) tells a patient, "my girl will get that for you or my girl will handle that', it is a little irritating. I'm 52, have a college degree and it does sound a little demeaning. I've been with him a long time, though, so I let it slide.
2007-12-11 10:30:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
When I officially became legal back when I turned 18, I didn't want anyone calling me "girl". I'm 37 now, and it doesn't bother me at all anymore. I know many men who don't mind being called boys either.
2007-12-11 09:53:45 · answer #9 · answered by smoofus70 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I never got offended, however I dont really like to be referred to as girl. I feel like if someone wants to speak to me, they can ask me my name, or say something else like Miss.
2007-12-11 08:58:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋