Pop culture and some news put through a filter of optimistic cynicism. Also, lots of vanity. And seemingly a great deal about children. More than some might expect.
Written by John Moe
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
A Conversation with Charlie (age 5) about Linguistics
HIM: Hey Dad, do you know what? ME: What? HIM: The word "under" isn't funny. And the word "pants" isn't funny... ME: Yeah? HIM: But the word "underpants" is very funny.
That kid has a lot to learn. "Pants" is hilarious.
ReplyDeleteI am soooo making that the epigraph on my linguistics syllabus next semester...
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