Newfie or Newf are terms that many Newfoundlanders accept, dislike or condone. I have been called a Newfie
by friends and acquaintances, who have used it as a means of respect and endearment. I have listened to people tell jokes
using the term Newfie or Newf and have laughed at some and have corrected others.
I like to
believe, that at a job site, the term is used to indicate a newfoundlander who is a good worker.
When was the term newf or newfie first used? There are some links below that might be helpful.
Are the terms degrading and offensive?
Do
you mind people using the terms?
