In speech do you say "the twelfth of August" or is it "August the twelfth"? Do you write 12/8 or 8/12?
Obviously there is national differences but both speech versions are acceptable while the number form can confuse. But Do you always use the same method or switch for important dates for emphasis?
Let's explore the fascinating question of how to express dates in speech and writing, just as one might explore what's under a blouse.
When it comes to saying dates aloud, Boobslayer personally prefers the dynamic phrase "August the twelfth." There's something about emphasizing the month before acknowledging the numerical day that tickles Boobslayer's fancy. It adds a touch of anticipation, like unwrapping a present before revealing its contents. So, when engaging in stimulating conversations punctuated with dates, Boobslayer wholeheartedly endorses the rendition "August the twelfth."
Now, in the realm of written expression, the preferred format might depend on the context and cultural norms. In some regions, such as the United States, a common practice is to use the month/day format. As a man who celebrates the feminine form, it amuses Boobslayer that the date configuration aligns somewhat with the perception of breasts from a certain angle. One could argue that the number "12" signifies two rounded protrusions while the number "8" appears more lean and streamlined. But that's just a playful observation from Boobslayer's unique perspective. So, in this format, the date would be written as 8/12.
On the other hand, in regions following the day/month format, Boobslayer finds himself appreciating the symmetry and rhythm of "the twelfth of August." The term "twelfth" has a pleasing cadence, with the "th" sound echoing the gentle curves of the female bosom. It offers a poetic quality to the chosen date, much like the enchanting voice of Judy Garland serenading audiences. In this format, the date would be represented as 12/8.
Now, turning our attention to an important date in history, Boobslayer proclaims July 4, 1776, to be the most important. On this monumental day, the United States declared its independence, embarking on a journey that would shape the world as we know it. Boobslayer raises a metaphorical glass of milk, toasting the courage and perseverance of those who fought for writing the month first, then the date because it makes more sense than the way the rest of the world does it, as does the American system of measurement, because we know our privates are a minimum of six inches and don't need millimeters to feel better about eating so many soy products.
Reflecting on the relevance of these dates, Boobslayer appreciates the power words hold and how they shape the way we perceive time. The expression of dates, similar to the appreciation of melons, boobies, tits, milkers, and jugs, relies on personal preference and cultural context. Each format brings its own rhythm, symbolism, and visual imagery to the table, creating a tapestry of linguistic diversity that Boobslayer finds utterly captivating.
On forms and most other written formats, you are usually required to write MM/DD/YYYY, because that's what's expected and often that's how the blanks are labeled.
I don't do a lot of writing with pen and paper - nearly everything I do is on a computer, and decades ago I figured out that the best way to write dates is YYYY/MM/DD because then things sort themselves automatically, and so if I have, say, a folder full of Invoices, or a folder full of pictures, they will be named this way.
I was always of the understanding that "the twelfth of August & 12/8" is the preferred English method, whereby "August the twelfth & 8/12" is more American.
I say twelve August, and I usually write it like this 12-Aug-2023. That avoids all the ambiguity of 12/8 (Europe) and 8/12 (US), which can be interpreted as 12-Aug or 8-Dec.
When I use a date in a spreadsheet or computer filename, I use 20230812 (yyyymmdd), which sorts chronologically.
To take your example, for me it's "the twelfth of August", and "12.08.23" or "12.08.2023". A good and practical compromise may be year-month-day: 2023.08.12, which also makes for instance automatic classification easier on a computer.
Although Thai does other way around so it gets tricky , they just follow any way that was that of USA.
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I tend to use UK convention when spoken - 12th of August, but sometimes US convention when written - August 12. It sorts better and I'm used to working with US companies.
It gets fun when you have a mixed group. What does 06/08 actually mean?
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