What is the difference between these two words? I always have difficulty using them.
If I say "a common person", do i imply this guy is not talented, of below average ability?
If i say " an ordinary person", do i mean he is just a person of the mass, an average joe?
Does 'common' has a more degrading sense?
For example, if sb make mistakes, should i say to console ' hey man, you are just an ordinary person, not a big deal.' if i use 'common' in this sentence, is there a difference?
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