sarcasm to say something and mean the opposite looks really warm out there today
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Fun Fact
• Sarcasm or irony is used once every 2 minutes in conversation!!
• http://safeshare.tv/w/VvqFlxXUfn (What is Verbal Irony/ Sarcasm?)
Why people use sarcasm?
1. To be funny
2. To insult/mock people
3. To make an ironic comment about the world around them
How can we tell is someone is using sarcasm?
• People exaggerate their voice in a bored sounding manner
• They roll their eyes (and/or head)
• They smile afterwards
Other tips about sarcasm…
• Differs with the person- Know your person!!!
• Be aware of context- Look for when it doesn’t make sense
2. Context: statement may contradict the environment
It’s a beautiful day to
go to the beach!!
Looks great
3. Vocal Cues: how you say something
- “thanks”- Pulling-out a word: well excuuuuuse me!- Saying exciting words with no emotion:
• Wow• Great• Yay
- Using a lower pitch to indicate sarcasm• High pitch: “GREAT idea!” (sincere)• Lower pitch: “Yea, great idea” (sarcasm)
Examples- What do they really mean?
• “Nice job dropping the ball during practice today!”
- Not actually complimenting you on your skills but saying you didn’t do a good job; might be trying to make you feel bad
Example- What does it really mean?
• “I’m glad you are standing there. Don’t feel like you need to help or anything”
- Means he would like you to help him with whatever he is doing
Examples:
• http://safeshare.tv/w/xkyKYtEFhd (TBBT- Sheldon sarcasm)
• http://safeshare.tv/w/qmxnUxrlUU (Penny gets Sheldon sick)
• http://safeshare.tv/w/sDAfkpVCuR (examples of VI & sarcasm)
• Look for the sarcastic comments:
- http://safeshare.tv/w/EHfdWRzGXL
(Wild Thornberries movie)