Question

Why do many Americans struggle to comprehend irony?

Answer 1

Also proably because alot of people are not open minded . nor do they explore intelectual stimulation as much as some should. most well versed people are very mis-understood.

Answer 2

It's Alanis Morrisett......I think perhaps you've set your standards a bit high.

Answer 3

Americans misuse the word. It has become more of a slang word for coincidences and being sh*t out of luck. Americans don't really think about what they say before they say it. They will pretty much pick up anything they hear if it sounds right. I wish there were more intelligent, literate people in this country!

Answer 4

You are right.

Answer 5

I'm an American who lived in the UK for 2 years...I can see irony and sarcasm coming from 5 kms away.

Answer 6

The majority? - That inescapably introduces a prejudice.

Answer 7

Most are still uncertain of the differences between chick peas and garbanzo beans.

Answer 8

That seems a bit prejudiced... Granted, I'm a bit more sympathetic with the British way of thinking... Even so, I understand irony and I"m American... my love and i get into discussions like this all the time... But anyway, it's not that "most Americans do not understand irony." It's just that most Americans don't think at all... Believe you me...

Answer 9

lol.. I don't know what to say. Good question & it made me laugh. Keep it up!. I was thinking of asking the same queestion! . Is that ironic? ;o)

Answer 10

Probably their arrogant attitudes or shit in their brains.