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Is it polite to use the phrase "scooch over" in public places or better to use an alternative?
In the park to seat on a bench for example:
Can you scooch over and make room?
31 de mar. de 2020 15:43
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I wouldn't say it's impolite necessarily, but it is very casual/informal so I personally wouldn't use that term with a stranger.
31 de marzo de 2020
1
You may use the term 'scooch over', it falls under colloquialism as it is casual or informal.
You may also say 'please move up'.
31 de marzo de 2020
1
Are you asking if you can say this to a stranger? Such as a person on a bench in a park?
No. Definitely not. It is far too informal. The only person you could talk to in this way is a friend or family member. It would sound very rude to say this to anyone else.
If you'd like a stranger to make room for you, on park bench, bus seat or on a plane for example, there is only one expression which is acceptable, and that's "Excuse me".
Look at the seat and say "Excuse me" in a polite tone. That's all.
31 de marzo de 2020
If it is an informal situation , sure!
31 de marzo de 2020
Thank you
31 de marzo de 2020
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Inglés, Persa (farsi), Portugués
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