Learn English: Global Curses: How Different Cultures Express Offenses (hard)

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Global Curses: How Different Cultures Express Offenses

People around the world list taboo words, uncovering cultural differences.

Germans know many more offensive words than English or Spanish speakers.

These words reveal societal values, boundaries, and evolving cultural norms.

Taboo words offer small, revealing snapshots of each unique culture.

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Original: The Guardian (Science)

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#linguistics #culture #psychology #language #sociology

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