I was in the gym today.
I was working on getting my leg strong again after my accident.
When suddenly, the music stopped and a recorded announcement played on the speakers.
It began: “Dear guests…”
And then something about how it’s polite to wipe up your sweat.
In the States, we only say “dear” when:
- beginning a letter (not an email)
- talking to your husband or wife
That’s it.
Public announcements and signs often begin with “Attention _____.”
Or better, just say what you want to say.
“Hey, don’t be gross! Wipe up your sweat when you’re done!”
That’s what I’d say.
But no one’s asking me….
👍 Thanks again. This was new to me.
So what ! They are just more polițe !
Have a nice evening !
Thank you so much. The last time, I saw wipe something, today wipe up.
With ‘dear’ maybe it is a little difference between more English and more American approach..?
Hmm, maybe…
Oh lala, Stanislav Gross :-D, :-D, :-D…
In Europe, we use “dear” in different ways and often. I think It makes communication more kind.
I agree with Bistra, although Americans are much more direct in the first contacts.
“Lovely Guests” … maybe..??? Noooooo????? OK Mr Vig… as you like… Don’t forget to bring the whip to your next announcement! Your quests will really appreciate it..!!! 🙂
It was a pleasant address to the visitors of Gym, wasn´t it? Maybe it motivate will you to go there again!
Good to learn a new word for me – “gross”. Every local knows Oleg Gross (well known businessman). But now I know something else…
Thanks. It is completely new for me. I usually put “Dear” beginning an email 😉
Thanks for your emails. I like them very much
You’re very welcome!
I think the both are good: one is polite other is friendly
the wrong word is “after use”
they have to say “after using” isn’t?
maybe when we use “dear” its more polite instead we say “attention” . I would use dear