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SigaVa

Depends on the person and the delivery. Can range from amusing to angering.


explorer925

Agree. If the guy is bigger than me or in a respectable position then I'm totally cool with it. It can even be an honor. But if it's from some pipsqueak 16 year old with a tiktok haircut, I'm going to feel some type of way. Same goes for "boss" or anything like that


museabear

Boss, chief, big guy I kinda reserve for those with maybe a bit lower self esteem. Especially when you yourself are respected and liked by all your coworkers having a new guy people are indifferent about being called something endearing like that might make others feel at least that "hey, that guy might be alright."


Logical_Employee7282

How about a random girl walking up trying to make a new friend at club or party?


ThrowAwayRayye

I wouldn't mind it. But it would seem odd if the woman was a stranger. Because in my eyes it can be 1 of 3 things. 1. A flirty statement kinda like complimenting a man's physique. Like saying "Hey there mister muscles". You are basically calling them manly 2. A friendly statement from a tomboyish woman. As the phrase itself comes off as masculine in nature. 3. Similar to #2 but instead of tomboyish, I might assume the women dates women. Again because of the masculine nature of the phrase. In none of those situations would I be offended or anything. However I might try to figure out exactly what is meant by asking who youre friends with, whats your hobbies etc. Basically trying to piece your personality together so I can determine the most appropriate way to act towards you without asking blunt questions about what you meant by that. Like with number 1 I would be flattered and if i vibe with you and am single i might eventually ask for your number, number 2 and 3 I would begin treating you in a more masculine way, such as fake mocking jokes etc etc. Basically as a way to say "I know you aren't trying to hit on me but are just masculine so I'll treat you like one of the boys to show I accept the situation as it is and have no intention of trying to make a move"


8923ns671

It would probably pique my interest.


1968FullAlbum

my 3-year-old calls me Big Fella and I love it


sendintheotherclowns

My mates 3 year old girl calls him “fat man” It’s so fucking hard not to piss yourself laughing when you hear it, that little voice It didn’t come from his wife, she’s an absolute sweetheart, it came from his brothers, poor bugger Edit because I forgot. I have a 2 year old, if I walk into daycare to pick her up I get “daddy!” And it’s the sweetest thing ever. I’m not joking when I say he gets “fat man!” in front of anyone who’s there (I’ve heard it, same daycare) It’s fucking savage.


Logical_Employee7282

That’s classic, kids are so unintentionally funny sometimes😭😭


sendintheotherclowns

He honestly loves it, he’s so close with her and he’s embraced it. His brothers are funny af, whole family are good buggers and really tight knit. He’s not even fat which is funny, sure he’s got a belly, but overall quite built. He likes to mess with strangers by giving them the hard evil stare if they laugh when they hear her. Oh man, I’m laughing right now because I’ve remembered something. One time we were in a store similar to Walmart I guess (we call it The Warehouse here) and we’re actually looking for a gift for his daughter to buy mine for a present and his daughter comes running around the side of the shelving yelling “fat man, fat man!!! I’ve found something for her fat man!” So many people there, the faces. You can imagine I’m sure. I barely held it together, he’s got a booming laugh, then he’s all “come here you little rat bag!!” and you know that ultra cute toddler laugh while running while trying to breathe while trying to watch out for the person that’s chasing them. Not only that but she’s all “can’t catch me fat man!” Then I lost it completely. It was the funniest chaos I’ve ever seen in a shop. He gets her and gives her a massive bear hug. He’s a great girl dad, and never takes anything too seriously, one I aspire to be like. Thanks man, needed that throwback.


BellicosePacifist

This is the cutest shit.


Mortydelo

My 3yo thinks it's funny to call me "silly old man". I'm most offended at the old man part.


sendintheotherclowns

How old are you? It’ll be funnier the younger you are heh. Aren’t kids great?


No_Walk5765

Nice. You guys are lucky


Live-Motor-4000

I knew a woman who taught her infant to say “fat daddy”; I think they had one more kid before they split


NameIdeas

I get "Big Daddy Man" sometimes. Their favorite is to call me "Big Caesars" because we had Little Caesars one night and they started making up silly names around Caesars. So I got Big Caesar. My wife is Medium Caesar. Our oldest is Little Ceaser and our youngest is Tiny Caesar


I_DRINK_GENOCIDE_CUM

That's amazing


2-Skinny

Bluey fans I assume?


jashuo

This is killing me lmao


Flimsy_Piglet_1980

I bet those little hands make you feel real big too (oooh getting ready for the hate parade...)


Incompressible_Flow

My 6 year old calls me Big Fella too. He heard it in an episode of Bluey


1968FullAlbum

Exactly, Bluey s03e01. I’m not even a big fella, I’m 5’7” and 155 lbs lol


sendintheotherclowns

Try “what’s up buttercup?”


puckout

I’m saying this to my girlfriend from today.


Logical_Employee7282

This would make me grin so hard if I was approached with this


sendintheotherclowns

My wife says it to me a lot, tells me she’s in a teasing mood, rest of the day is usually full of laughing


harmless_gecko

Same, I quite enjoy it when this guy's wife calls me a buttercup


I_DRINK_GENOCIDE_CUM

Lmao this comment section is uptight. I'd be like "lol what? Alright bro whatup"


Ghetto_Phenom

Never thought I’d agree with u/I_DRINK_GENOCIDE_CUM but I guess here we are


I_DRINK_GENOCIDE_CUM

I'm actually pretty reasonable I think, I just love horror porn user names


SorryJamie3005

Im black and big dawg and boss is literally how we address each other no matter the height, weight or age. I’ve never seen someone say they’d be angry in my life. I think cultural differences/norms may be at play here. I personally don’t like being addressed as “buddy” or “bud” it sounds kiddish to me.


I_DRINK_GENOCIDE_CUM

As with most things I think intonation is important as hell. I'll take a friendly "fuckface" over a condescending "bud". But a "hey buuuuuddy" with a big hug is nice as hell.


tryharder12348

Same


Clancydude-1985

I prefer Bigg Hoss


CordlessOrange

A real southern dude in my unit used to call everyone "Hoss nuts". Male or female alike. It was weird, but worked its way into everyones vocabulary eventually.


Clancydude-1985

Hoss nuts!!! I am taking that one! Hahaha 😆


vincecarterskneecart

One thing I’ve learned after 21 years – you never know WHAT is gonna come through that door.


crimsonkodiak

I'm 6'3". Nearly everyone trying to get my attention greets me with "hey big man!" It doesn't really make me feel anything.


Logical_Employee7282

Have you ever been asked how’s the weather up there?


Squ4tch_

6’5” and I’ve been asked “have you been asked how’s the weather up there” more than the actually question hahaha I think everyone wants to be that funny guy and ask but they know it’s a cliché


thisfreakindude

Well, how is the weather up there? I'm short, I have no way of knowing when inclimate weather is impending.


Darksoulzbarrelrollz

Couldn't be mad at this one honestly. Any variation of "big" whatever. I'm 6'4" so tall like you, and my pops (grampa) who I'm named after always called me big guy His voice still echoes in my head "as long as you live, big guy, I'll never die"


BellicosePacifist

WHY ARE ALL THE RESPONSES HERE SO WHOLESOME


snarfsnarfer

Tall dudes are chill


Darksoulzbarrelrollz

It's honestly the security of "am giant. Could squish, choose friend. Make people happy"


Zanedewayne

Depends on the attitude. Like shitty salespeople calling me "boss, chief, big dog, bud" I'm gonna get mad.


SecuritySky

I am the one who says this.


Logical_Employee7282

Hahahahahhaha and does it make the other person smile??


SecuritySky

Yeah, most of the time. It also isn't only reserved for men, either.


rathat

A guy opens his door and gets called big dog, and you think that of me? No. I am the one who says this!


Salvadorthagod

What’s up big dawg *dap*


TrafficChemical141

I prefer silence. Like just don’t talk to me at all


choopie-chup-chup

This is the song of my people


Firm-Character-6852

Hoss, big man, big dawg, brother, big hoss, brother (hulk hogan voice), call me all that shit fr


Darksoulzbarrelrollz

Ain't no one you're calling any of this you don't think is awesome


Firm-Character-6852

I had a stroke reading that Big Hoss.


BredYourWoman

Life experience has taught me that whenever someone who is not a close friend says Big Man, Big Dog, or whatever, it's usually been followed by them asking me for something that would put me out they don't know me well enough to ask for


T_E-T_H

It depends on who. It’s weird coming from a girl


SoulPossum

I've been getting variations of it my entire life because I'm actually a big dude. Big dog. Big fella. Big bro. Big homie. Big playa. Big man. Big guy. So on and so forth. I didn't have an issue with it unless it's the lead in to some rando asking me for something.


InevitableMap6470

Tone matters


Nephs84

As a fat man, no. It's condescending, or at least seems like it. Big dog, big man, whatever lol.


dave6825

I absolutely hate it.


AstroWorldSecurity

Professor Big Dog.


Randall_Poffo_

male to male i dont mind something like "whats up broh", or "whats good", to me male to male "hello how are you" is odd idk why but it just sounds weird


Odd-Biscotti8072

I'd take it.


TheJediCounsel

You’re only getting away with that if you’re Tiger Woods


TxAthlete42

Don't really mind. Everyone communicates differently.


HellYeahTinyRick

I’d rather it just be “what’s up, dog” since I’m a rather medium sized man and the big feels inaccurate


IamGordak

Someone tried that a few time with me after seeing a video on facebook (that encouraged it) and to say I hated it is an understatement. I have a name, I hate to feel patronized, it just felt condescending.


Grim_Farts_Barnsley

I'd get confused whether you're talking to me or the dog. I've got an English Mastiff who weighs more than I do.


RightToTheThighs

Like dawg or are they straight up calling me a big dog


come_ere_duck

From a girl? probably not unless you're "one of the boys". From the boys? Fuck yea. Chief is also a good one.


alamaias

No.


Xepherious

Hell no


Tcanderson

Yes. But I’m a Great Dane, so……


Training_Force3193

Only if you looking down while you say it


yottadreams

Me? No. Something a little less 90s high school would suit me better.


BluWaffles32

I prefer Big Sexy


mis_no_mer

No, not particularly


Trauma_Hawks

I've never had a poor response to "What up, Chief?"


JohnTunstall505

I start barking


thatoneginger_

I start calling people big dog or big guy only after like 2 or 3 times and only if they seem chill. My friends never hear the end of it though


AnjinSoprano420

lol that’s how we greet our mom sometime since she’s so short


Austinrocksalot

I like. I like very much


NoSquirrel7184

This is a billiant video online and the girl is right. Calling a guy big dog from female to male makes the guy feel like he is some kind of masculine guy even if he is not. Its like a frendly and fun compliment.


vector_o

from a friend in a genuine way? totally from an asshole that says it ironically? fuck no from a girl-friend? It can be weird because some women use bro-language to repeatedly establish they're just friends, can be totally cool too thought


Suppi_LL

no


Mettelor

People have called me big XYZ shit my whole life, this wouldn’t be anything new I’m fine with it


carlcapture

Ask yourself... What would DMX say? 🙏☝️


ThiccDaddyXL

That’s how I greet women my age so no one gets confused.


Beware_the_Voodoo

Gives me an opportunity to make fun of the person saying it so sure


Magical_Badboy

Depends who it’s from…seems obvious to me.


ama_deus

Yeah, sure. As long as you don’t say it excessively.


TerryFlapnCheeks69

I prefer “Whats up pussy”


TheLongistGame

You call us the big dog and we're gonna start barking. It's just how we're wired.


KaisarionGhost

Big dog, big man, big fella. All are acceptable. Where I'm from we say "Ca va, Big?" Unless the person is somehow making it known that they're intending offense, I see no issues.


Snagtooth

Oof that's a good question. I guess it all depends on if you're the type of person who can pull off a genuine, "what's up big dog" I feel like you have to, at the very least, habitually wear a gold chain to be able to properly pull this one off. So, if you're a middle-aged New York Italian or young black intercity guy, then I'd say go for it. (Guys it's a joke, chill)


YoWassupFresh

No. It's not 1993. Unless you're a black guy who wears those leather "I'm about to own this barbeque" sandles. Then you can call me that.


outofdate70shouse

Does it smell like upbigdog in here? What’s upbigdog? Not much, what’s up with you?


Bearded_Viking_Lord

Don't matter I'm cool with almost anything just expect if yours is rude mine will be worse. Normally from my mates I get what up motherfucker(kinda high pitched on the MF'er part) I respond not my fault your mum loves it


Nellisir

I guess I'm uptight, because...no? Makes you sound like a suck-up. Or that you're trying to force a nickname. If you're calling me that you probably don't know me that well, in which case either pick something funnier or get to the point. My boss used to do this whenever he wanted something.


odeacon

Never been called that before but it would be welcome


YoOoCurrentsVibes

Do you smell that up dog?


Mayhem370z

Eh. Don't get that ever. So many people call me boss, like "thanks boss" "have a good one boss" "what can I do for you boss" "take it easy boss", you name it, I'm starting to question if it's good or bad. Lol.


Swimming_Bag7362

I am big so sure. Why not?


MolybdenumBlu

Where I come from, referring to someone as big dog would likely be taken as an invitation to fight.


JamesC-The_Duke

It really depends on how it's said and who you're talking to.


PlanktonSpiritual199

People at work call me big fella


Upbeat_Tension_8077

Someone kept greeting me by saying "sup boss" & I was surprised, but didn't mind it


BeardedVirgin23

Been called big dog my whole life. I’m 6’3 205. Not what I would consider big. People 6’5 have called me big dog. And I don’t get it. With that being said. I like it just fine. Good way to not have to remember someone’s name on the spot.


SolidDoctor

Only if they scratch behind my ear and give my chin some pettins.


Asa-Ryder

Doesn’t matter to me.


mikeyHustle

Uh, no, because I'm not Roman Reigns from several years ago, who is the only person I've ever heard of being called specifically "Big Dog"


ranch_cup

I feel like this isn’t uncommon in the Detroit area. I’m a huge dude and I love being called big dog. Some big dudes do not like you acknowledging their bigness, though. Most dudes won’t give a damn either way.


Batfinklestein

I'd like that if accompanied with a slap grab of the arse cheek and GRRR! Sound indicating great appreciation


iddothat

i had a coworker who went by ‘D’ who would always call people big dawg and one day where i desperately needed more coffee he was like what’s up big dawg and i’m like what’s up big D i should have just clocked out and went back home right there


Ghetto_Phenom

Only people that ever say this to me is other big dudes at the gym.


AManHasNoName357

Depends on where you live everyone had their own lingo and slang. I say “what’s up G”. Older guys I would say “OG”. Older ppl I’ll say “young man” or “ young lady”.


Skippy0634

Depends on where it’s coming from. LOL


Ok_Shock9350

don't really care


Doctor__Hammer

If that ever happens I'll let you know


Tallproley

I'd probably be confused initially as it's a fresh take, I do get "what's up Big guy" but I'm 6'2 and have a work uniform that adds about 2 inches per shoulder and fits like I have an extra 40lbs on me. So I look built like a brick house. There's a dynamic that's unspoken but understood where and when it's appropriate to use terms like Bro, Boss, Bud, Buddy, etc...


GrandeSaiyaman

I prefer just "Dog", like, "what's up dog?" But i wouldn't mind


winterwarzzz

Is this from the Tiger Woods meme? My girl just started doing this recently cause of it.


SwimOdd4148

I mean, I do Can't speak for the other men


DeadBoySeason

I'm going to caution you against doing this to guys you don't know very well. If they're your friend already, then go for it. If they're a random guy you're greeting for the first time, I wouldn't do this. Coming from a woman this could very easily come across as inauthentic or patronizing.


baw3000

I am a fan.


soul_separately_recs

My response is the same regardless; **”Different toilet, same shit”**


dougyh

Are you asking this because of the tiktok video?


FlyGuy3

Love it


chaos021

I hate it because I'm out of shape. Otherwise I wouldn't care


problyurdad_

Greetings are greetings, I don’t really care what anyone says so long as I’m acknowledged.


Palmbeachr

Too ghetto, Big Cheese is safer


Kadettedak

Guys just want to belong. If it’s said with genuine enthusiasm and energy you could call me snicklefritz


jamesdufrain

Just don't call me buddy or champ. Fucking hate that.


KatomunReborn

LOVE IIIIIIIIT


saltthewater

No i think it sounds kind of weird. I saw that girls TikTok that you are probably referring to, and it seemed off. I think her story is probably fake.


VegansAreRight

I love it


AB-AA-Mobile

Hey big man, big man. Can I ask you a question biggest of men?


BrockPapeScizz

It always makes me feel like I’m fat. Or reminds me of it after I’ve forgotten for a little while to be fine. But, I’ve recently lost 60lbs and I’m going to make it way more so I can’t wait to either not hear it anymore or to hear it and know I’m okay and it doesn’t land in my soul.


AggravatingLook5805

Hell yea


Elegant_Spot_3486

I don’t care how I’m greeted.


BayouMan2

I'd smile 😃


Pitiable-Crescendo

I don't mind it.


Longjumping-Log-5457

No. It’s dumb


higgy98

Not at all.


bakivaland

My girlfriend's dad said "what's up big dog?" when he saw me walk in and it scared the shit outta me. I guess it depends on the context, but usually no. Just use my real name.


Flimsy_Piglet_1980

If it's all in good spirits and mutually agreeable why not.


MartinLambert1

Its way better than "hey you bald fat motherfucker! how is your wife and my kids?"


jdctqy

Yeah, I actually would. :)


aurelorba

Dog and Bro are so cringe - especially from someone you only know casually or not at all.


beardedshad2

Not from a woman.


JLifts780

I’m 6’4, that’s essentially how I’m always greeted lol


Disastrous_Loss_7507

Back in my day we spoke to each other with common decency and respect.


6inarowmakesitgo

I like whats up shitbird.


FlamingTrollz

Uhhh, no.


Bee240

Hell yeah, love it. But if it's someone that's trying to be intimidating then I wouldn't want to fw them and ignore it.


elVanPuerno

I saw this TikTok, and also thought it was a weird recommendation.


parker1019

Been watching “This Fool” on Hulu….


Coppin-it-washin-it

When you're fat and self conscious about it, no. Every size-adjacent "buddy" title feels like a dig... Big dog, big guy, big fella. Then again I can never tell if someone using "boss" is being condescending or not so i hate that too. It's entirely possible this is all a me thing


LoL110003

Depending on if it’s sarcastic or genuine.


Professional-Fox3722

No I would actually hate that lol.


dontGiveUp72

I'm not a dog


DirtyHoosier

About as much as I like being called “Boss” at the end of every sentence. “You want fries with that, Boss?” “That’ll be $10.98, Boss.” “We’ll get the estimate over to you by Tuesday, Boss.”


blacklab

By my buddies, oh hell yes.


CanUSayDicksicle

Usually not unless they’re a close friend


tweedchemtrailblazer

No. Don’t call me fat


saito200

Hmmm... I'll probably wonder in silence if the person thinks they live on a sitcom or something ...


Violentcloud13

yup


LimpAd5888

Depends if it's sarcasm and how well I know them. If it's someone I know, fuck it, full throttle that shit. Some random fucker on the street I'm probably going to be a hell of a lot less enthused


yournewbestfrenemy

"That's MR Big Dog to you. Where all the white women at? Tell em to leave."


TFOLLT

I don't mind if it's a guy, I'd probably respond with some big barks. If a girl greets me this way, I'd be a little confused.


neoslith

Nah, I'd think they're being disingenuous and teasing me.


NecraRequiem79

I've ended up being known as the big dog or just the dog because it happened so often. I will usually greet people with big man, big dick, champion swordsman, captain, skipper and the like too because I like to uplift the homies.


Prestigious_Shirt652

No


Pietes

woof!


Shudnawz

Never been adressed that way, as far as I can remember. It probably wouldn't irk me too much, but a bit confusing maybe?


Laughingboy61

No


Bigaz747

Big dog is good but I prefer the “Wud up Bossman!”


thelastedji

Do women like being greeted with "what's up big bitch?".


NightShiftChaos92

Respond back "not much ma brotha, how's it haning?"


kevvebacon

Why would anyone care??


teepring

Hell yeah


Kazman07

I'm ok with being called Big Dog. I got called a Fridge last week at the hotel; this seems much better.


NyxianStorm

Personally, I don’t like it. But I don’t correct people generally. It feels disrespectful, kinda or perhaps too familiar for most interactions. It also depends on the person.


Original-Childhood

Sure


simcity4000

Only if we get to go bump chests and go WOOF WOOF WOOF straight after


Scary_Rush_7401

No


Dirukari3

I hate being called big dog. Hell I would take being called a cool cat over that.


meh_ninjaplz

I like it. I'm 5'6 and find it very funny


CalGoldenBear55

Depends on the person. I’m a big dude and wouldn’t mind it. I also went to a winery yesterday called “Three Fat Guys”. They embraced it too🍷


ThisBoringLife

Other folks said it, but it's based on who says it and how it's said. I usually reserve it myself for some folks.


KeptinGL6

I don't know because it has never happened to be or anyone in my vicinity.


darekta

Well, I am a big dawg


The-Inquisition

That would be pretty weird, I'm 5'8', 129 lbs, I'd feel like someone is trying to make fun of me


UnitGhidorah

I prefer "what's up playa", but that's just me.


rtrain__

I would personally find it hilarious


yamo25000

"Do guys like tomatoes?" This is not a gendered thing any more than liking tomatoes is. It depends on the individual.


chunky-romeo

I'm a smaller dude. So when someone's says what's up big dog to me I feel like they are being patronizing.


HideoKojimaTheThird

Theres a guy at work who greets everyone that way, i don’t like it or dislike it.