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22 Jun 2021
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I learned the expression, a pain in the neck from a textbook for English learners.
But I often hear a pain in the ass used in movies.
I am wondering if a pain in the neck is not used in casual conversation.
I learned the expression, a pain in the neck from a textbook for English learners.
But I often hear a pain in the ass used in movies.
I am wondering if a pain in the neck is not used in casual conversation.
But I often hear a pain in the ass used in movies.
I am wondering if a pain in the neck is not used in casual conversation.
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@IceCream49
Most Americans will say "a pain in the ass" around their friends and in most casual situations, and it's not a big deal. It's a very commonly heard expression.
In other parts of the world, you really shouldn't say "a pain in the ass". It could be construed as being very rude. You should say "a pain in the neck" instead.
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