chebu
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Hello, could anyone explain the meaning of
"chivalry beats a wolf-whistle "
in the following BBC article "Is it OK to compliment a stranger?".
BBC News - Is it OK to compliment a stranger?
"We're not animals and those who overstep the mark can't fall back on the excuse that "boys will be boys". Grown men know right from wrong. That said, what's wrong with paying a woman who has made an effort on her appearance a compliment? It doesn't always mean we're looking to procreate right there on the spot.
If we are interested in getting to know a lady, the modern man has
evolved to know chivalry beats a wolf-whistle down the street any day."
Can I understand this phrase means that even a very polite man like chivalry makes a mistake if he encounters a very berutiful lady, so
men always should be careful not to behave boorish?
Your assistance will be greatly appreciated.
"chivalry beats a wolf-whistle "
in the following BBC article "Is it OK to compliment a stranger?".
BBC News - Is it OK to compliment a stranger?
"We're not animals and those who overstep the mark can't fall back on the excuse that "boys will be boys". Grown men know right from wrong. That said, what's wrong with paying a woman who has made an effort on her appearance a compliment? It doesn't always mean we're looking to procreate right there on the spot.
If we are interested in getting to know a lady, the modern man has
evolved to know chivalry beats a wolf-whistle down the street any day."
Can I understand this phrase means that even a very polite man like chivalry makes a mistake if he encounters a very berutiful lady, so
men always should be careful not to behave boorish?
Your assistance will be greatly appreciated.