Fnord wrote:
magz wrote:
Many people on this forum - if not the majority - have various communication issues, especially about the unspoken parts of messages (like "obvious" assumptions and contexts). Yes, I need to take my difficulty with contexts into account, too.
If American English is not your primary language, then it becomes even more difficult. Take euphemistic phrases for bodily functions, for instance. Some of the most pleasant-sounding phrases hide some of the most disgusting activities.The funny thing is, magz's overall command of the English language is better than mine, especially in regard to grammar.
She is exceedingly competent in this regard.
The nuances "between the lines" communication is difficult for someone from a different culture, yes.
Autism is also a factor.