Name Introductions
Just a curious question about names in the U.K. I work remotely and I like to have background noise while I work. I have seen each series multiple times (well only 3 times for the most current series) but I know them all well enough to where I don't need active attention. Is it common for people to introduce themselves with their given names followed by what they prefer to be called? Such as Beatrix preferring Trixie, Patience preferring Patsy and Ann preferring Nancy? Is it a generational thing not common now or is it still common. As an American, I can't think of this ever happening to me. People introduce themselves as they wish to be called with no other explanation. You may find it out later but only after a friendship developed. I had a friend once who had been using her middle name our entire friendship and didn't know until her wedding invitation arrived. LOL.