Words We Hate: "Yup"

If there is one thing that gets on our nerves here at QM, its the word "yup". (If it is actually a word that is, in our land here at QM, we removed it from our collective dictionaries). Sure, it can pass in casual conversation, but why? There really is no point to it, does it mean something different than "Yes"? No, it doesn't. Is it easier to say than "Yes"? Once again, no, both are three letter words and monosyllable.

Stop using it! There is no situation where "yup" is a more apt response than "Yes". Trust us, we've thought long and hard about this, one such situation just does not exist! If anything, the use of "yup" just shows the laziness of a person and their lack of communication skills by not being able to form a simple word like "Yes". When one is hearing the word "yup", it reminds them of the stereotypical back woods, uneducated farmer. While some people may be inclined to portray this view to others, we suspect if you're reading this blog in the first place, you're more refined than that.

Also, please stop using "yup" in response to "Thank You". Say we're at our favorite local drinking establishment, and a gorgeous woman walks to the door at the same time as you. Being a man, the polite and right thing to do is to hold the door open. She'll appreciate this. (unless she's one of the card carrying feminists that believe holding a door open is a show of dominance, but if you're reading this, they probably aren't going to the same place you are, so you're clear to hold the door open). She will show her appreciation by smiling and saying "Thank You".

Most men reply with "yup". The effort of "yup" is next to null, which is why it makes you look like an uncaring and lazy person. Ironically, this is the exact opposite of what you are since you took the time to open the door and hold it. Show her you aren't lazy and uncaring, she took the time to say "Thank You", take the time to say something back. We here at QM believe in the good ol' days, so we prefer using the time honored stand by of "You're Welcome" with a smile and a slight nod of our head. However, if you want to be more relaxed but still show that you do have some intelligence and aren't just a pretty face, try "Anytime!", "Of Course!", or "My Pleasure". These responses take no more than three extra seconds of your time and will undoubtedly get you noticed as a Quintessential Man.