Questions tagged [nickname]
For questions involving nicknames, or situations that arise because of them.
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How do I introduce my new name to my friends?
I am Max and I am a 19 year old college student from Spain. I had a very troubled childhood laced with mental illness and bullying. I have since moved on but I feel like my birth name (not included ...
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How to gently tell people NOT to use a nickname for me
My name is Thomas. People often call me Tom, as that is a standard nickname for Thomas. However, I have always gone by my full name.
I don't identify with the name Tom. When it is used, I have to ...
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How do I get someone to call me by the name I prefer?
Let's say my name is Fred. My family and friends call me that and when I introduce myself I use that name. Well, of course you can imagine that I'm registered as Frederick, but nobody calls me that. I ...
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How to introduce your nickname to new people?
Having moved to another city/location where most people don't know you, what would be the proper way to tell people you prefer to be called by a nickname?
I guess one could usually just introduce ...
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