A kid is a rather popular term today, but not everyone understands what semantic load he carries in himself. Before trying to understand the meaning of this expression, as well as the appropriateness of its use in each particular case, I want to plunge into history a little. So, the word "boy" firmly entered the vocabulary in the early 30s of the last century. Its origin is closely connected with places not so distant - this is prison jargon. To date, two versions of the appearance of this term are known. We will talk about them in more detail.
Jewish version
The origin of the word "boy" is associated with the Jewish people. Probably, this is the most common, but at the same time, a rather offensive version for real boys. Most linguists of our country are inclined to it. So, she says that the word "boy" came from the common Jewish curse "pots." From Yiddish, it translates as "penis." It is with this word that many experts associate the term "price", which later transformed into the more familiar sounding for Russians - "boy." This is the verbal embodiment of an underdeveloped genital organ. Do you still want to proudly wear the title of real kid?
This term became widespread thanks to Odessa thieves, as they began to call inexperienced, young thieves and street children.
Ukrainian version
Some linguists hold that “kid” is a word of Ukrainian origin that has nothing to do with Jews. It is derived from the exclamation "pats-pats" - that is how pigs are called in Ukraine. What is a kid in Ukrainian? It turns out that this is the person who most often communicates with pigs, that is, the swineherd is just the same real kid.
Which version is correct, everyone decides for himself.
Modern time
What is a "boy" in the modern sense? Nowadays, many boys dream of proudly wearing the title of "real cool kid", the word itself has a special meaning. Today, a boy is not the one who wears jeans, a cool jacket and a hat, he is a representative of a yard subculture, a guy living according to street laws and concepts. What are concepts? This word is from prison jargon, which is a set of certain unwritten rules and norms that were invented by prisoners to exist in confined spaces.
How to become a real kid
And finally, we come to the main question: how to be a real kid? What needs to be done in order to gain credibility among yard boys? If you understand the essence of the concept, a clear picture should appear in front of you, it remains only to understand what actions need to be taken.
- Impudent, adventurous actions - try to commit impudent, courageous actions, forcing to step over your ambitions and an irresistible sense of fear: stand up for a weak classmate, a girl you like.
- Style - a real kid should not be "sleek", while not supposed to resemble a criminal authority. The ideal option is a short haircut, wide trousers, a flying jacket and berets. If you use perfume, give preference to impudent, rough aromas - aromas of the real men. If we talk about modern guys, they try to dress as brutally as possible, wanting to emphasize their masculinity, confidence.
- Sport - be sure to enroll in a rocking chair, rude, masculine. Martial arts will be an excellent alternative, but it is better to combine everything together. So you will gain self-confidence, strength, you will revolve in the company of the same guys, with time you will gain their respect.
- The hardness of the word - probably heard the expression: "the boy said - the boy did." The whole essence is in it. So, and you must become true to your word and your beliefs, to have your own opinion.
To summarize
Of course, the word "boy" has a prison origin, but in the modern sense, in order to carry this title, it is absolutely not necessary to sit at stops, fearing passers-by. Now it is no longer fashionable to offend the weak, to attack them, imposing their concepts. Try to learn from this term only the best and bring to your life. Today, only a brave, strong, decent young man can count on the title of a real kid.
Many experts are confident that in the near future the fashion for "real boys" will pass, after a while no one will remember their existence. It’s not fashionable to have a deadline today. Take a look around: many criminals have gone into business, become philanthropists, allocate huge amounts of money to charity. Here you have a clear confirmation of the current trend. The once attractive mass of gopniks will become the mass of ordinary inhabitants with low-lying and petty-bourgeois concepts that no one will need and are not interested in.
So decide for yourself whether you need this status - the title of a real kid. Perhaps it is better to be a decent, responsible and sensitive person with his own values?