Why Do Canadians Say 'Eh'?

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Why Do Canadians Say 'Eh'?

Post by Riddick » 01-12-2017 06:23 AM

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Canadians are not particularly amused when you eagerly point out their “eh” habit, but the word has become emblematic of the country in a way that is now mostly out of their control. In response, some have embraced it, adopting it as an element of Canadian patriotism. But what even is this word? How did it come to be so associated with Canada? FULL STORY
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Re: Why Do Canadians Say 'Eh'?

Post by Doka » 01-12-2017 10:28 AM

I have always liked that about the Canadians and their language, eh? :) :D
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