Words Never To Say When You're Over 50

We're all guilty of muttering something off-putting now and then, but there are simply a few words and phrases that -- according to some -- are just plain strange to hear coming out of the mouths of post 50s. Sure, there are words that no one of any age should say on the Internet without starting a flame war. There also are terms no one should use to describe themselves on LinkedIn.

And no one, in 2013, should be uttering "bromance," or "oh, awkward" or "binders full of women."

But there are also, definitely, words that probably never should come out of the mouths of those with an AARP card. Never. Like, ever.

Huff/Post50 asked our readers and Facebook fans what they thought and here are a few of their responses.

JoAnn Forrester said post 50s should never say "girlfriend," "neat," or "can I fix you dinner?"

Kim Dunshie Herning said it depends on who you're talking to. "It is not 'cool' to use your teenager's current slang in any conversation with any age group to try to be 'with it.' Salty, swag? What the heck do these words mean? And you won't catch me calling any male or female 'dude'," she said.

Johnny Hoppe argued that only words and phrases that have lost their cool or were never cool to begin with should be avoided, such as "par-tay", "_______ NOT!", "Compassionate Conservatism" or "Squib me deux Zima, G-bones!"

"Words of this ilk should only be used ironically and under professional supervision and always with protective headgear," he said.

Roe Breslin said that, after a shopping trip to Target last week, her 39-year-old daughter announced that one should never use the word "panties" after a certain age.

"I said 'okay, then, underpants'," she said. "She said that was worse, so I give up."

Alma Murchin said she hates when she hears people over 50 use Internet slang like BRB. "Really, save that for the teens," she said. Laura Hoffman said she can't stand people to use old fashioned expressions like "another day another dollar!"

So what words don't you like to hear or say? Here's our list of nine words we believe you have no business saying over 50.

1. Totes. Unless you're referring to that lovely large bag with two handles you're carry on the plane with you.

2. Freakin'. Although "freakin' a" is so much worse.

3. Hottie. Please only say this if you're trying to order a toddy of some kind and not when you're eyeing the sexy guy at the bar.

4. Smashed. This is what happened to the vase when the cat knocked it on the floor, not your state of inebriation after a night out with friends.

5. Girlfriend or boyfriend. Although I'm not sure what would replace it. Partner? Special friend? That guy who buys me nice jewelry?

6. LOL. If you say that to me, I'll just GOL and tell you to BO.

7. Like. This vocalized pause only makes you seem unsure of yourself.

8. YOLO. "You only live once." My 12-year-old daughter and her friends said this much of last year. It's time for this trend to go away, especially if you're over 50.

9. Rich or Sick. Do these mean the same thing? Don't know and don't care.

What words would you add to this list? Let us know in the comments or tweet us at @HuffPost50.

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