British sarcasm 101
November 1st, 2005 · No Comments
Sarcasm has found its way into all aspects of the English language on both sides of the pond. But to the Brits—yes, it is an artform:
Note first of all that we are all sarcastic, often without noticing it. “Oh, very funny,” we say, without cracking a smile. When the cat suffers an upset tummy on the lounge carpet: “That’s all I need.”
Too bad we Americans just don’t care. (nudge nudge)
