I recently noticed that I come with a complete set of catchphrases. Though not one of them is "There's a snake in my boot!" or "How you doin'?", I have quite the collection. People often pick me up on the fact that I use the same expressions or phrases frequently in my day-to-day life, and honestly it flatters me that they would even notice as I probably wouldn't listen to myself talk if I didn't have to.
So this blog entry is basically a list of my 'catchy' catchphrases, the reasons why I use them, and the reasons why you should 'catch' on. (See what I did there?)
#5: Cool story, bro.
Yes, I am one of the many kiwi teenagers who use this expression to shut down lame stories. While it could be seen as a form of undermining, I feel that it eloquently informs a person that their story is really not worth telling again. It is, for that reason, almost a compliment- that the person deserves to know when their story isn't as great as it could be. Also, this catchphrase uses my fave language, Sarcasm, in which I am fluent as my Facebook account states.
#4: Kiddo.
This is my fave name to call people, young or old. I have even been known to call my own parents by this condescending pseudonym. It lets people know that I am in control and power, whilst also adding a friendly 'I-want-to-protect-you' touch to any situation.
#3: Cool Beans.
Adapted from the lol-tastic movie 'Hot Rod', cool beans shows my vast knowledge of comedic media as well as lightening the mood from a potentially upsetting sitch. It is now habit to say this phrase, and many friends whom have not even seen the film have joined me in exclaiming it.
#2: Flip!
I tend not to swear. It shows lack of intelligence and vocabulary. Instead, I use alternative words like this one. Try it. Love it. Crave it. Like the McDonald's kiwi burger. Om nom nom.
#1: True joke!
People often say something mean or bitter, but brush it off by saying 'just kidding' or 'I'm only joking.' More often than not, these people aren't actually kidding or joking. They are dead serious but don't want to appear out of line. So in a situation like this:
Friend/Frenemy: Ooh, you hair's looking a bit crazy today, Grace!
Me: Flip, is it?
Friend/Frenemy: Haha, no. Jokes.
I say:
"TRUE JOKE."
Sorry if this blog entry was a bit cool story bro ish. Flip, it probably was. But hey, you read it! So cool beans, kiddo. Tune in next time, all 12 of my followers. TRUE JOKE.
