Is there a thin line between?

Question

Sarcasm and rudeness? How do you prevent yourself from crossing that line?

Answer 1

Its about as thing as floss; i watch my self on when I'm being sarcastic, because i have let myself cross the line, and it wasn't pretty haha.

Answer 2

I try to be sarcastic but people take it as rudeness (on this sight)

but in real life people get what i am saying maybe online people aren't that smart. i am not saying all of them just some of them.  

Answer 3

I think its going to depend on the person it is being said too. I could say the say exact thing to someone and they will get the sarcasm and think its funny whereas someone else will think its rude.

Answer 4

Yes, my friend, it can be a very thin line, and by the time you reach your 50's, you'll reach for the reading glasses.

For snarkiness and pithiness, you'll need to grab the microscope. Or a 12 gauge. Or a single malt.

If nuance is involved, dump the shot glasses and drink directly  from the Scotch bottle, then go to bed. Nuance is way too dangerous.

Answer 5

i guess it could also be the way you say it

Answer 6

I never cross it, it's just other peoples perceptions that do that.

Answer 7

I always shoot for rudeness but usually fall short so it works for me.

Answer 8

I think rudeness is when you upset someone's feelings. Sarcasm is normally good-natured, unless somebody involved is very sensitive.

I guess it just takes knowing the person that you are acting sarcastic towards. If it's someone who has a similar sense of humor, they probably won't mind.