ghost Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 For the most part I dont mind. But sometimes I dont like the way Im called a pom by the Aussies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calNgary Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 It doesnt bother me really, i refer to myself as a pom quite often. Cal x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 It doesn't bother me one bit, I always refer to myself and friends as poms (I never for one minute thought they may be offended) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernbird Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 For the most part I dont mind. But sometimes I dont like the way Im called a pom by the Aussies. Not bothered at all. I am a pom so there you have it. Show you don't like it and they will call you it all the more and they will add whinging to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pintpot Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Not bothered. I've lived in a number of countries outside my own in my adult life and the natives can call me what they like, no skin off my nose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpo1971 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Give 'em grief back. If they think you hate it, or can't take a bit of stick, they'll turn the screw! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Just make sure that you shower every day and don't get called a 'smelly Pom!' And maybe think of yourself as 'Sterling' as opposed to the homegrown 'Currency' lads and lasses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2tigers Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Sometimes it would pish me off, it depended on who, how & in what context it was said. If said in friendly banter then I was fine. But sometimes it came across as derogatory and bullying if the person used an unfriendly tone of voice or used the term in a slaying fashion. Also, if for no reason the term whinging was added, I would feel bullied. Even if a 'pom' does complain this is no excuse to name call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie ellis Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 have you tried calling them Koala:Randy-git:? just a thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jimkenward12 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Didnt mind at first but it is getting abit annoying lately not sure why Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie ellis Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Och the name pom wudna affect me , dont let it get tae you:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 It doesnt bother me really, i refer to myself as a pom quite often. Cal x Nor me, I refer to myself as a pom or Pozzie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harpodom Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 It's all about context: it's obvious when it's meant in a light hearted manner (95% of the time) and that's fine. Occasionally however it does spill into the "bloody whingeing pom" (ie bullying, xenophobic) territory, usually among bogans who feel intimidated by someone who can string a sentence together without resorting to the F word. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest57588 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Only bothers me when it comes from a certain poster who uses it with great relish and ill-disguised loathing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairystar32 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I have only ever been called it by one Australian, the rest who have called it me have been British!!! and call it themselves too.. No it wouldn't bother me though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest31881 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I have no problem with being called a Pom, I introduce myself as my wife's pommie husband. What does concern me is that people who do not like to be called Poms join a migration forum called POMS In Oz :laugh::tongue: Well its a strange world we live in.....:biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorkiegirl Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I'm proud to be called a Pom, lets face it, I've been called much worse :embarrassed: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genghis Khan Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Don't mind that much, most of the time it's in jest. I refer to myself and my mates as poms too. It's only when there's real malice behind it I don't like. Interestingly, in my experience, it seems a lot of Aussies call all the British "The Poms" indiscriminately, it's usually the Celts who make the biggest fuss about not being called that. Still if you prefer Jock or Taff, each to his own... There's a bit of a lack of an appropriate nickname for the Aussies, Ive heard of 'Strines but my personal choice of the moment would be Chain-Dragger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pablo Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Had loads of sarcastic digs and "jokes" about where im from when working away in my own country,they just get it back X 10,so POM wont bother me one jot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest36187 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Doesnt bother me either tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I've never called anyone a Pom in a mean way. I can't help thinking though that if this is the worst thing you are ever called during your life you won't have done too badly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FatCats Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I suppose it is how they call you a Pom? If you think they are being offensive then give as good as you get! I remember a friend telling us a great story when on a visit to Oz years ago. At customs he was asked if he had a criminal record and he replied "is it obligatory?".... :laugh: Needless to say he was subjected to a "thorough" search :eek:, don't think he'll do it again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordonsmith Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 what exactly does POM stand for? i dont think it would bother me as i am sure i would just give them a volly of abuse back, friendly context ofcourse. i would probably point them in the correct direction ........... IM A JOCK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pablo Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 what exactly does POM stand for? i dont think it would bother me as i am sure i would just give them a volly of abuse back, friendly context ofcourse. i would probably point them in the correct direction ........... IM A JOCK. I got called pom a cpl of times on our reccie,and they thought we were scots or irish so not sure it matters tbh?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harpodom Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I've never called anyone a Pom in a mean way. I can't help thinking though that if this is the worst thing you are ever called during your life you won't have done too badly. But this misses the point. The word itself isnt offensive, but it certainly could be, depending on the intent of the person using the term. Parodoxically being on the receiving end of some of choicest foulest language may be harmless, even laughable, as it suggests the 'giver' has the problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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