Slang, taboo language, Dysphemism, Swearing

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slang

  • Slang - consists of newly coined words and phrases that are regarded as very informal

  • More common in speech than writing

    • Restricted to a particular context or group of people

  • Often represent a trend or fashion in society at large, and may fall out of use quickly

  • Different to colloquialisms as that are less universally accepted, used and understood in the wider community

    • Tend to be tied to smaller social and cultural groups

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Taboo language

  • Taboo language - words, phrases and expression that are considered socially or culturally inappropriate within a particular community or context

  • Includes:

    • Vulgar and obscene language

    • Swearing

    • Dysphemism

    • Language that demeans, insults and denigrates

  • Use of taboo language is highly context-dependent and subject to what is considered 'taboo' in cultural and social norms

  • May use taboo language in order to add emotion, humour, strengthen social bonds or demonstrate that they belong to a particular social group that uses such terms

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Dsyphemism

  • Dysphemism - the use of words and expression that are intentionally harsh, offensive or derogatory to describe a person, group or concept

  • calling someone names such as 'snake'  or a 'rat' has negative connotations of being deceptive or a traitor

  • Typically used in relation to sensitive and taboo topics

  • Employs language that is considered blunt, direct or impolite

  • Used for various reasons, including:

    • Expressing strong emotions

    • Demonstrating contempt or disdain

    • Making a persuasive argument through negative characterisation

     

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Swearing

  • Swearing - the use of offensive and socially inappropriate language

  • Can be used to:

    • abuse and intimate others

    • Add emphasis

    • Reflect an informal context

    • Convey a negative idea

    • As a coping mechanism for pain and suffering

  • Relatively accepted in Australian society

    • Public figures rarely censured for their use of it

    • Swearing or abuse others is generally considered unacceptable