Manning up

Manning up is a term used by men with regards to other men. When loosely translated, it means ‘stepping up to bat’.

It’s important to note that ‘manning up’ doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll tell you what you want to hear. But in this instance, what it does mean is that he’ll do it like a gentleman, grabbing the bull by the horns and tackling the issue head-on.

I’ve started to use it in conversation and although both the male and female immediate reaction is a ‘Wuh?’, as soon as the term is explained, a look of recognition and acceptance kicks in. Today, I heard a fellow co-worker say ”He was supposed to deliver that to me. He knew we were on a deadline, and it was critical. But. He just didn’t man up.” Heh.