Sarcasm To say something and mean the opposite Looks really warm out there today
Fun Fact Sarcasm or irony is used once every 2 minutes in conversation!! (What is Verbal Irony/ Sarcasm?)
Why people use sarcasm? 1.To be funny 2.To insult/mock people 3.To make an ironic comment about the world around them
How can we tell is someone is using sarcasm? People exaggerate their voice in a bored sounding manner They roll their eyes (and/or head) They smile afterwards
Other tips about sarcasm… Differs with the person -Know your person!!! Be aware of context - Look for when it doesn’t make sense
Elements of Sarcasm 1. Facial Expression
2. Context: statement may contradict the environment It’s a beautiful day to go to the beach!! Looks great
3. Vocal Cues: how you say something -“thanks” -Pulling-out a word: well excuuuuuse me! -Saying exciting words with no emotion: Wow Great Yay -Using a lower pitch to indicate sarcasm High pitch: “GREAT idea!” (sincere) Lower pitch: “Yea, great idea” (sarcasm)
Is she using sarcasm?
Examples- What do they really mean? “Nice job dropping the ball during practice today!” -Not actually complimenting you on your skills but saying you didn’t do a good job; might be trying to make you feel bad
Example- What does it really mean? “I’m glad you are standing there. Don’t feel like you need to help or anything” - Means he would like you to help him with whatever he is doing
Examples: (TBBT- Sheldon sarcasm) (Penny gets Sheldon sick) (examples of VI & sarcasm)
Look for the sarcastic comments: - v/w/EHfdWRzGXLhttp://safeshare.t v/w/EHfdWRzGXL (Wild Thornberries movie)
Identify the Sarcasm Complete worksheet- identifying the sarcastic comment and actual meaning
Clips- Identify Sarcastic Comments
Complete Worksheet Identify what you are actually thinking Make a sarcastic comment about situation or picture