Come on they don't even let you say as5! is dam n banned too? Can you say cr4p?
2007-10-16 20:40:06 · 18 answers · asked by Ali 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Swearing has been around as long as man has been able to speak.
For me it depends on how it is said, what frame of mind that individual is in when they say it. Swear words CAN be offensive when said in a particular way. Equally well so can "Good morning" :-)
Not that I like it when people continually swear....why do they need to do that? And as it has already been said, there are plenty of other words we can use. It also has to do with the fact I work with children, so I rarely swear, and when I do, I have good reason.
In my opinion if someone uses the F word for every third word in a sentence they are A: being offensive and B: need to go ane seriously learn English (or what ever language they speak) because they can't string a normal sentence together and obviously have much fewer words in their vocabulary than normal adults!
But yes, there are plenty of people that seem to have HUGE hang ups about swear words. I personally think there are far MORE offensive things in the world to worry about than swearing.
2007-10-16 20:58:40 · answer #1 · answered by Cerridwen G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think cursing has a time and a place. I cannot stand it when people swear loudly in front of small children, if those were my kids I would have to say something. It is disrespectful. I swear all the time, but I keep a civil tounge when I am around someone I know doesn't approve of cursing. Also, I keep it toned WAY down at work, limiting it to a simple damm!t now and then. I think swearing is fine but only if you can control yourself. (My boyfriend swears long and loud in his sleep, it's really funny!)
Bottom line: It's about respect.
2007-10-17 01:39:11 · answer #2 · answered by FlowerChild 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think the US is far less tolerant of swearing than Australia is, but you don't need to swear in order to ask or answer a question. I'm not personally offended by swearing but I guess many people are and they like this place to be kept almost hygienically clean from anything offensive to the majority.
The US has different standards of what they consider swear words, so if in doubt, don't use them in your Qs or As.
2007-10-16 21:21:01 · answer #3 · answered by Miss Sally Anne 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
People should be fussy about the language they use. How you speak and the way you speak tells others a lot about you. People who have to throw swear words into their speech usually show lack of education or class. It's pointless and unnecessary.
2007-10-17 00:55:48 · answer #4 · answered by dawnb 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the situation. Swearing shows a lack of control and anger on your part. At work it's unprofessional, among friends, it's commonplace, among family, it's a lack of respect. So, most of the time, yes, people are generally fussy about swearing. Know your situations and who is around you.
2007-10-17 00:12:36 · answer #5 · answered by DB 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's interesting that you say they are just words - Bliss - but words have power - you don't say "I love you" and think oh well it's just words - you get feeling and meaning from that.
It's the same with bad language and swearing - it gives a vibe, a meaning, a feeling, and that why - you say yourself - Bliss - that you don't like kids swearing... why is that do you think? swearing is designed to shock and offend otherwise it wouldn't be called bad language.. Let's keep some words sacred for using at times when we need to create that vibe, feeling and make a point. If we swear all the time the impact will be lost! I like having these strong words, up my sleeve just in case I need or want to use them! Let's remember .. Words have Power - so use them well!
2007-10-16 20:45:47 · answer #6 · answered by Pagan Pip 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Whilst swearing is a great way to let off steam, it should be reserved for just that otherwise it just becomes mundane. I also think that reliance on swearing shows a basic lack of vocabulary that really expresses your feelings - thumb the dictionary for some impressive words that others might not know - you'll feel superior too. Don't be pusillanimous!
2007-10-16 20:47:27 · answer #7 · answered by Kathy S 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are times when swearing is needed. Saying it too much or just for the sake of it is childish and unnecessary, but it does add to the strength of what youre saying. Consider:
"You could have killed us driving that, silly"
"You total f---king c---, driving like a c--- like that almost f---ing killed us!"
Now, which of those gets the point over better, tells you how the person really feels?
2007-10-17 03:41:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The older I get, the less tolerant I am of swearing. Yes, I still do it occasionally, but I never put the words in writing.
2007-10-17 00:52:37 · answer #9 · answered by EvilWoman0913 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, they aren't fussy enough. I'm sick and tired of swearing all the time. It's such a dirty habit, and hard to break:(
2007-10-16 23:39:09 · answer #10 · answered by autumn leaf 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋