02 Oct 12, 04:34PM
(02 Oct 12, 05:49AM)Frogulis Wrote: As I see it, it tends to be associated with a lower level of education and bogans.Fair enough, I only ask because where I am from (Philadelphia) it's frequently used, but I thought it was specific to my region and not widely interpreted. I figured if it were to spread or be taken out of Philadelphia it'd be taken in that connotation when classism arises (when I think of yous, I think of mafia/hitmen/crazy sports fans). It's definitely not proper, but i've been desensitized since birth to it. Thanks.
Where I live in 'Straya, it's one of those first examples that come up if you ask someone to think of common English mistakes.
It's a pity really; it's a useful word.
I've never been taught the difference between "y'all", "all y'all", or "ya'll", but y'all definitely looks more natural on paper than ya'll does.
Remember: "I" before "E", except after "C".