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Old 11-02-2010, 04:56 PM   #63 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by VEGANGELICA View Post
You say "mam" instead of mom?? I thought you British people say "mum" or "mummy."
"Mam" is commonly used in the north of England, particularly among the working classes. "Mum" is used and acceptable.
No-one I know above the age of 5 ever says "mummy".
There are exceptions to this rule, especially if you're looking to get your head kicked in.

"Mummy" is typically southern and upper/middle class and very gay.
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