Funny that those two guys did a research project on profanity, seeing as they have the most profane mouths that I have heard in some time. I know for me whenever I hear profane words I think about how uneducated it sounds and makes people look. Furthermore, I know that it offends many people and believe it is inconsiderate to swear, especially in public places. However, I did enjoy this episode and found it interesting- thanks for reading.
I think that Penn & Teller’s episode on profanity was funny to me because a lot of people who swears I think that they are uneducated and it makes the people just look like a fool. I know that you can swear when you are mad or when you drop a hammer on your foot, but swearing for not reasons at all can make the person look like an idiot. For my own opinion I think that people should swear only when they need to and swearing for no reason at all that’s mean they are not intelligence.
This one was funny to me only because I have a really bad mouth when it comes to profanity. To me it is just a way of expressing your feelings I don’t think that it makes you sound uneducated or whatever I think that it is just a part of speech. I do believe however that there is a place and a time for it, I mean you should not go around saying things around kids. To me these are just words and that is it, they have meanings just like every other word does but for some reason they are not seen that way I just don’t get it.
It is foolish to assume that the presence of profanity is equal to a lack of intelligence. Profanity can be counted on to provide shock value and get the audience's attention. Many great writers wrote things that were considered "profane" in their day. Profanity is not constant either. Dropping the f-word several years ago would get a lot of negative attention while using the n- word wouldn't be noticed. Now, the exact opposite is true. So - what is profane? Who gets to decide what profanity is and is not?
So this episode was hilarious to me! I swear like a trucker, and I find it interesting that people find it so offensive. I mean I definitely think a person looks foolish if every other word out of their mouth is F this and F that, but really it's just language, it's just a word! I guess I don't see a difference in saying oh SHIT, or oh SHOOT you mean exactly the same thing and it just seems petty to freak out about some letter combination. That lady that felt it was ok to swear to Buddah because that isn't her god is a complete idiot she was the one that looked un-educated, I think people miss a lot in life when they choose to judge a person, I know a lot of wicked smart people that swear up a storm, I believe a person that wants to not associate with someone soley on the fact that they swear is un-intelligent. Anyway to each their own I can definitely respect others and watch my language around them, but you'll never convince me it's wrong ;)
I thought this was a pointless episode. I think that, Teller is very annoying that he has to say swear every other word. I am smart enough to tell when someone is mad, annoyed, irritated by not just the words they use but by their body language and tone. So, I really think he sounded like an idiot and I quit listening to most of what he said. I don't care if people swear around me. I swear myself but I don't swear in public because I know some people are offended by it and they have that right to be. I think it just comes down to common courtesy for those around. I would be offended if someone peed on a street corner, that might be the same for others about profanity.
When we were watching the other episodes I noticed how often the f-bomb was coming out of his mouth. I was annoying. The reason he sounds stupid to me is it seems like he thinks he is so bad ass. It doesn’t take a genius to swear, a parrot can say “fuck” with the same authority. Not only does it give me the impression that he thinks he is the shit, but he didn’t have a lot of different ways to express his emotions. He was a just like an annoying parrot the same word over and over. I curse most hours of the day, but I would like to think I do it more tactfully then he does. The episode we watched on profanity gave him a chance to explain himself. He did have a few points that I agreed with. I think people should have the right to express themselves. I agree that using profanity does get most people attention positive or negative. The best part of this episode was the turkey to replace the bird. I can't wait to give some one the turkey to see what they will do. I occasionally give someone the bird, but I don't want to sound like one.
Profanity will always exist no matter what people try to do. I dont think swearing is bad but people who swear to try and sound cool are stupid, they are the ones who sound uneducated and make swearing a bad thing in the first place. They are ruining it for the rest of us! what the hell! Most of all i thought it was funny how Penn and Teller actually made a show on this subject, its very original i guess.
This was a really funny episode. Swearing is such a part of speech that it is easy to overlook. But, I don’t think it should be used in public or around children. You are allowed to say anything you want, whenever you want. But, it’s always nice to respect others, as well. If something makes someone uncomfortable, it would be nice to tone it down. Of course, you don’t have to. Swearing will never go away, but if people just paid a little attention to what they were saying, especially around kids, it would be a lot better. I agree that swearing is a great way to get emotions out, though.
I agree that swearing is part of the American language and almost everyone in society uses it on a daily basis but I also think that we should use it in moderation. I think that people who swear before every word sound uneducated and like they do not know any other words. I also think that, like the comment stated in class about how a man was swearing in front of kids on a ride in Disney Land, is really rediculous. Their is no need to use profanity in front of children. I do not appose swearing but I think that moderation is important.
This episode was really funny. I enjoyed it alot. But I think that just because you swear doesn't mean that you are uneducated. I think it's a form of speech that we all have and some choose to say it freely and some don't. Now making up a word now that is uneducated. It just sounds silly and dumb, just say the real thing!
What is there to say about Penn & Tellers BS on Profanity, well for starters it is hilarious. I feel that there are ways that are acceptable to use foul language and there are ways that just make people look idiotic. If your using it in your everyday language and it just flows like a faucet then perhaps its time to pull out a thesaurus and see expand your language barrier. I use profanity just as much as anyone else, but if I can find a better way to describe something other than a profane word I tend to use it.
This episode had to be one the silliest ones. Making up words to replace other words to try and say what you really wanted to was just silly. People do complain on why they don"t get honesty from people yet they make up words. I don't people sound uneducated when they use profanity in an appropriate moment. Their is always a time and place for everything, a time to be using profanity and a time to be respectful towards others.
This episode was by far my favorite. Penn and Teller voiced the opinions that i hold true to my heart when this subject is abashed. Regardless of the words someone uses, the same feelings and portrayal of each message can be felt. Profane words are only words that we, as a community, have created the meanings for. In the end, we're the ones that harbor the certain negative aspects that the words encompass. Furthermore, words change over time, so what is going to stop "santa vaca" from becoming as bad as the obscene words voiced today?
If one has a problem with the words voiced, then one should simple lead the way for change and speed up the process of word renewal.
I think people should use common sense if they are going to use profanity. If there are little kids around don't swear or at least try not to. I swear but people need to show a little respect to other people.
Profanity is a great way to get your point accross, i don't like when people just go off in a casual conversation just swearing up a storm. Sports brings my bad mouth out of me but people need to be aware of their surrounding audience as well.
people should use common sense if they are going to use profanity. If there are little kids around don't swear. You also sound dumb when you make up words to replace swears. if your going to swear be aware of your surrounding and if your against it don't swear but don't make up silly words with no meaning. I think if you use educated words rather then swears or made up words you will come across smarter and have a better argument.
Profanity will always exist, whether we like it or not. It is part of the language and is not going to disappear any time soon, unless the government imposes a tax or fine on profane words (just like in the Judge Dread movie). I personally do use some profane words once in awhile to express my felling that I cannot do in any other way. I also do not mind people using that sort of language around if it is not too often. That would make them look uneducated and unintelligent. Every person is a product of their own environment so if profanity is widely accepted and practiced in less educated and wealthy societies, it is completely inappropriate for the upper hierarchies of the educated and wealthy people. I believe the key is to be able to identify and adapt to the situation and use profane words only if there is no other choice. Extreme biased people who believe profane words need to be banned or limited in some way hold absurd position and have no ground to defend it.
My wife has told me stories about her ex husband. He would try to impress people by using large unordinary words. The words that aren't typically used on a daily basis. Unfortunately my wife knows these words and knows the correct use for them. So everytime her husband would use a word like 'machination' he would use it inappropriately. She would correct him and he would get upset. So not only did he look stupid or ignorant using these words but he looked even stupider when he refused the help offered. This is similar to the profanity our society is uptight about. If the profanity is used correctly then we shouldn't have a problem, however the majority of profanity use is by under educated adults or adolesence that either don't realize they are using it incorrectly or to immature to accept the teachings of when and where to use it the proper way.
Like all the other episodes we watched this episode was really one sided. I agree that people should be able to speak however they want, and I don’t get offended very easily by profanity, but when it is used in a way that doesn’t even make sense, it gets really obnoxious. When I moved from junior high into high school I noticed a real difference in the language I heard walking down the hall. It went from hearing fuck or some other word used between every other word in the sentence, to hearing profanity in the right context for once. I appreciate when people try to limit their usage of harsh language for certain social situations. I think that it is fine when people use other words to express their anger such as eff (my favorite substitute), darn, shoot, crap, etc. When we hear this some might tell us to use the “real” words instead of our substitutes because they know what we “really” mean. My experience with this is that when I use the words such as fuck, shit, damn it, or hell, in anger that I tend to stay angry longer, where as if I use a substitute my anger dissipates sooner.
I think the use of swearwords is ok from time to time. I’m not trying to say do it all the time because it does sound silly and it makes you look uneducated. I know there are moments in life when something happens that makes you lose control and a think it’s better to say it than to keep it inside. I also think that the use of swearwords in jokes makes the jokes a little funnier. The only thing we should be careful not to speak like that in front of children it’s just not a good example.
The use of profanity is our right as Americans to use. It is your own personal choice how and when you use it. You can be tasteful and know when the circumstance is appropriate. Or not, it’s your choice. I remember in 10th grade I said the f word to one of my friends a boy came up behind me and hit me hard across the back of my head. He said don’t use that word. The point is we must honor freedom of expression and if you don’t like what they have to say remove yourself from that environment.
This is interesting to think about, because profanity is something that I am not in favor of and I try not to use it, but they brought up some good points. I do feel we sometimes decide for ourselves what is a bad word. My example would be I don't think twice about saying bloody before something, but in Great Britain that is not good to say at all. I thought about what they said about saying "holy cow" was good also, cause I just say that almost as second nature, but to someone elses religious beliefs it is sacred so I have tried to catch myself before I say that. One thing that I don't agree with is there is a difference between using freak, shot,darn, dang and many other words as opposed to what they say that we should just say the swear word. I agree that I do just need to find a better way to communicate, but that does not mean just say the swear words. That may sound stupid, but if certain words make me feel uncomfortable, and generally make the public the same way I will try to have good language and follow the system we have right now.
What is very interesting to me is that we as a nation don't what our children to say any profanity. But at the same time we don't care if we say those words. Something is wrong there. If it is not good for our kids then it must not be good for us also. On another not me and others don't feel good when other prople use words like that. To me i enjoy having a good conversation and not have to worry what i say or others say. So that i can keep a good feeling about me and so that i can do the same for others. If there is a list of words that fall in to a catigory profanity, then those words must not be good words to use.
I'm not gonna lie, I like to curse. Which will automatically piss off a lot of people. I'm not saying that every other word I use is a swear word I don't mean it in that way. I like to use curse words when I feel they will best describe what I'm trying to say. I don't think it is fair for people to automatically assume you're ignorant and don't have a vocabulary because you swear. I DO have a very strong vocabulary and I include curse words in that vocabulary. It is just another way for someone to express themselves and their emotions. Words don't have meaning on their own. We create the meaning of words and so if you decide it's bad then it's bad if think it's ok then it's ok. It just depends on your own viewpoints. So like any other opinion it should be welcome and heard but just because you feel a certain way doesn't mean everyone else is wrong it just means you have a different opinion. I also don't swear around people that I know would have a problem with it, it's just common courtesy. It's the same reason why you don't yell at the top of your lungs in a room full of people. It's courtesy and respect. All in all I think that when you're talking about priorities and REAL problems in the world, profanity is pretty insignificant.
Man people get offended too easy. Oh he said the F word!!!!! CRAZY STUFF!!! Not! sheesh, get all worked up for nothing. It's just a word. Yes it sounds bad but that's the speakers problem, you can control your emotions just as much as he can control his tongue. Personally, I don't like profanity. I prefer not to use it and I think that people who use it over and over against, like at least once in every sentence need to learn English again. As for those that occasionally if ever use it; that's all good. That lady, the one that uses "Santa Vaca", she's stupid. Kudos on making you own catch phrases but dang lady, swearing is swearing even if it's in a different language. I thought you disliked it cuz of the meaning it brings, swear words in other languages carry the same meaning!!!! What an idiot. Then insulting another religion's God, that's hecka messed; worse than swearing I'd say. Well anyways, swearing is just like any other word with meaning, sometimes stronger meanings, but in the end its the reciever choice to be offended or not.
I think it is so funny how people get so offended by swear words. I understand that it could make people uncomfortable but it is the English language and they are only words. But when some one uses the F word every other word it does sound dumb and stupid but when you use other words to take place of swear word that sounds worse. I love how we can say swear words in our class! Its about time!
This episode was very funny to me. Actually, I did not use bad words in English very much because unfamiliar to me. When I got really mad, those come up in my language. So frankly, I could not feel understand this episode very well. I think many people did not mention bad words with profanity.
This episode was my favorite one, don't get me wrong about this, I just found out so many people swear at my work, school, and in reality, it's normal to swear but I think that we shouldn't use those special language at all time. For example, when we go to the meeting we can't swear in front of people like that, it's just sound unprofessional to me, and it also make the others feel uncomfortable to be around us. I swear sometimes, I think we could do that sometimes when we got really upset, but not like all the time. I just can't stand those people who have to talk with an "F" word all the time, it's make me feel stupid and unprofessional being around them.
Like I said in class, I do think that when people use profanity just to fill in the blanks of their vocabulary, it does make them sound un-intelligent. I also think that while people have the right to use it, I have the right to not have to hear it. Especially in my own home. Especially in front of my children. While I feel this way about its use, I also feel very strongly for the first amendment and it is part of free speech. I think that trying to outlaw it completely goes against that and would be a ludicrous, unconstitutional use of taxpayer dollars.
While I don’t have a problem with people expressing themselves and that I don’t think that people should be dis-allowed from using profanity, I think that people need to think about when and where they use it. I don’t get offended by it because doing so would just allow that person too much control over my feelings and emotions. I’m the only one who controls that.
I don't believe in taking any words out of the English language, profanity included. That would be limiting people on how they choose to express their thoughts. With correct timing and usage these words don't make you sound uneducated the words you use before and after them make you sound uneducated.
I think this episode so funny which could be known by this one about profane words and kind of help me. Because actually, I do not know exactly what is profanes. I usually watch TV or movie for learning English because English is not my first language. At that time, I can be listened to fxxk or son of bxxxh something like that. So, I thought those words make people to be anger. I ambiguously understood those things. But after watched it, I could figure out about those things. I have also been saying bad words to my close friends either own my language or English. But I know when where who I use that. If you are an adult, you know what it is. So, I think it just is a part of speech.
I believe there is a time and place for anything. Just like everything in life, a little goes a long way. If I feel the need to swear, I will. But I won’t around little kids, my elders, or authority figures (I made sure I only swore AFTER the cop pulled away when I got my speeding ticket). Although it can be a perfect way to express how you feel in a simple, blunt and harsh way, it’s a matter of respect to know when to hold your tongue. It’s the same concept as not screaming in a library or talking about your sex life to a stranger. Time and place is important.
I’m international student. But I think it is still possible to learn how not to use it. Profanity is actually limited language, which can offend or hurt people’s feelings. Also our children could pick it up. Using profanity is \habit that people feel bad but it is easy to fix. As I study English as my second language, English has many ways to express feelings. One helpful way to break from using profanity is to control oneself with an emotional language. Just consider if you are businessman then you meet four-mouthed person as your business partner.
When individuals use profanity, there is a very fine line in using it too much and using it tactfully. I believe that when someone uses a profane word every other word then they are very unintelligent and I believe everyone else does. I believe that you could use a much better word that would help you get your point across. I think that really if you slam your finger with a hammer you can swear but when its every other word then seriously go back to school, take an english class and learn some different words to use. Also some people get really offended when people use profane words. I think that it is only respectable to not use those words around those people that find it offensive. So you need to decide for yourself where the fine line is between using it to much and using it tactfully.
this is an issue i have recently turned a leaf on. i used to have no problem with profanity and in most times would get a chuckle out of it. but recently i have had a son and i take a different stance on the issue. i dont want my kids growing up talking like they are uneducated and have no respect. i feel that it looks bad apon a person who uses profanity in there regular diction. there is a time and place for everything. and i feel in public is not the time or place for profanity.
This was one of my favorite Pen & Teller episodes because everything they said rang true in my opinion. Sure, many are offended by such language, but we're the ones who created it, so who's to say that any word such as, "monster" or "paper" will become obscene later on? It all really depends on us and how we view those words, as well as how quickly the thought of them being bad spreads. I really have no problem with such words myself, but I respect those who don't want to hear such language, thus I keep it to myself while around that person.
That woman's representation of anger was just ridiculously funny, I have to admit. "Santa Vaca!" Ooooh!
profanity has nothing to do with being uneducated and any one who thinks that is exactly that.. uneducated. my grandpa is one of the smartest men i know, graduated college, and became a professor for almost ten years. while in college he was able to juggle school, 2 jobs, hockey, and could still curse as much, if not more than any drunk Irishmen you could ever find. for those of you who find it offensive all you have to do is not listen to that music, watch that movie, or talk to those people. i don't sit here and ask people not to talk about certain things. personally i hate it when people start talking about god, jesus, or religion, it makes me annoyed, anxious, and if im exposed to it long enough it pisses me off. so i simply dont go to church, or talk about religion. if they start talking about it, i either leave or change the subject. its that simple.
Funny that those two guys did a research project on profanity, seeing as they have the most profane mouths that I have heard in some time. I know for me whenever I hear profane words I think about how uneducated it sounds and makes people look. Furthermore, I know that it offends many people and believe it is inconsiderate to swear, especially in public places. However, I did enjoy this episode and found it interesting- thanks for reading.
ReplyDeleteI think that Penn & Teller’s episode on profanity was funny to me because a lot of people who swears I think that they are uneducated and it makes the people just look like a fool. I know that you can swear when you are mad or when you drop a hammer on your foot, but swearing for not reasons at all can make the person look like an idiot. For my own opinion I think that people should swear only when they need to and swearing for no reason at all that’s mean they are not intelligence.
ReplyDeleteThis one was funny to me only because I have a really bad mouth when it comes to profanity. To me it is just a way of expressing your feelings I don’t think that it makes you sound uneducated or whatever I think that it is just a part of speech. I do believe however that there is a place and a time for it, I mean you should not go around saying things around kids. To me these are just words and that is it, they have meanings just like every other word does but for some reason they are not seen that way I just don’t get it.
ReplyDeleteIt is foolish to assume that the presence of profanity is equal to a lack of intelligence. Profanity can be counted on to provide shock value and get the audience's attention. Many great writers wrote things that were considered "profane" in their day. Profanity is not constant either. Dropping the f-word several years ago would get a lot of negative attention while using the n- word wouldn't be noticed. Now, the exact opposite is true. So - what is profane? Who gets to decide what profanity is and is not?
ReplyDeleteSo this episode was hilarious to me! I swear like a trucker, and I find it interesting that people find it so offensive. I mean I definitely think a person looks foolish if every other word out of their mouth is F this and F that, but really it's just language, it's just a word! I guess I don't see a difference in saying oh SHIT, or oh SHOOT you mean exactly the same thing and it just seems petty to freak out about some letter combination. That lady that felt it was ok to swear to Buddah because that isn't her god is a complete idiot she was the one that looked un-educated, I think people miss a lot in life when they choose to judge a person, I know a lot of wicked smart people that swear up a storm, I believe a person that wants to not associate with someone soley on the fact that they swear is un-intelligent. Anyway to each their own I can definitely respect others and watch my language around them, but you'll never convince me it's wrong ;)
ReplyDeleteI thought this was a pointless episode. I think that, Teller is very annoying that he has to say swear every other word. I am smart enough to tell when someone is mad, annoyed, irritated by not just the words they use but by their body language and tone. So, I really think he sounded like an idiot and I quit listening to most of what he said.
ReplyDeleteI don't care if people swear around me. I swear myself but I don't swear in public because I know some people are offended by it and they have that right to be. I think it just comes down to common courtesy for those around. I would be offended if someone peed on a street corner, that might be the same for others about profanity.
When we were watching the other episodes I noticed how often the f-bomb was coming out of his mouth. I was annoying. The reason he sounds stupid to me is it seems like he thinks he is so bad ass. It doesn’t take a genius to swear, a parrot can say “fuck” with the same authority. Not only does it give me the impression that he thinks he is the shit, but he didn’t have a lot of different ways to express his emotions. He was a just like an annoying parrot the same word over and over. I curse most hours of the day, but I would like to think I do it more tactfully then he does. The episode we watched on profanity gave him a chance to explain himself. He did have a few points that I agreed with. I think people should have the right to express themselves. I agree that using profanity does get most people attention positive or negative. The best part of this episode was the turkey to replace the bird. I can't wait to give some one the turkey to see what they will do. I occasionally give someone the bird, but I don't want to sound like one.
ReplyDeleteProfanity will always exist no matter what people try to do. I dont think swearing is bad but people who swear to try and sound cool are stupid, they are the ones who sound uneducated and make swearing a bad thing in the first place. They are ruining it for the rest of us! what the hell! Most of all i thought it was funny how Penn and Teller actually made a show on this subject, its very original i guess.
ReplyDeleteThis was a really funny episode. Swearing is such a part of speech that it is easy to overlook. But, I don’t think it should be used in public or around children. You are allowed to say anything you want, whenever you want. But, it’s always nice to respect others, as well. If something makes someone uncomfortable, it would be nice to tone it down. Of course, you don’t have to. Swearing will never go away, but if people just paid a little attention to what they were saying, especially around kids, it would be a lot better. I agree that swearing is a great way to get emotions out, though.
ReplyDeleteI agree that swearing is part of the American language and almost everyone in society uses it on a daily basis but I also think that we should use it in moderation. I think that people who swear before every word sound uneducated and like they do not know any other words. I also think that, like the comment stated in class about how a man was swearing in front of kids on a ride in Disney Land, is really rediculous. Their is no need to use profanity in front of children. I do not appose swearing but I think that moderation is important.
ReplyDeleteThis episode was really funny. I enjoyed it alot. But I think that just because you swear doesn't mean that you are uneducated. I think it's a form of speech that we all have and some choose to say it freely and some don't. Now making up a word now that is uneducated. It just sounds silly and dumb, just say the real thing!
ReplyDeleteWhat is there to say about Penn & Tellers BS on Profanity, well for starters it is hilarious. I feel that there are ways that are acceptable to use foul language and there are ways that just make people look idiotic. If your using it in your everyday language and it just flows like a faucet then perhaps its time to pull out a thesaurus and see expand your language barrier. I use profanity just as much as anyone else, but if I can find a better way to describe something other than a profane word I tend to use it.
ReplyDeleteThis episode had to be one the silliest ones. Making up words to replace other words to try and say what you really wanted to was just silly. People do complain on why they don"t get honesty from people yet they make up words. I don't people sound uneducated when they use profanity in an appropriate moment. Their is always a time and place for everything, a time to be using profanity and a time to be respectful towards others.
ReplyDeleteThis episode was by far my favorite. Penn and Teller voiced the opinions that i hold true to my heart when this subject is abashed. Regardless of the words someone uses, the same feelings and portrayal of each message can be felt. Profane words are only words that we, as a community, have created the meanings for. In the end, we're the ones that harbor the certain negative aspects that the words encompass. Furthermore, words change over time, so what is going to stop "santa vaca" from becoming as bad as the obscene words voiced today?
ReplyDeleteIf one has a problem with the words voiced, then one should simple lead the way for change and speed up the process of word renewal.
I think people should use common sense if they are going to use profanity. If there are little kids around don't swear or at least try not to. I swear but people need to show a little respect to other people.
ReplyDeleteProfanity is a great way to get your point accross, i don't like when people just go off in a casual conversation just swearing up a storm. Sports brings my bad mouth out of me but people need to be aware of their surrounding audience as well.
ReplyDeletepeople should use common sense if they are going to use profanity. If there are little kids around don't swear. You also sound dumb when you make up words to replace swears. if your going to swear be aware of your surrounding and if your against it don't swear but don't make up silly words with no meaning. I think if you use educated words rather then swears or made up words you will come across smarter and have a better argument.
ReplyDeleteProfanity will always exist, whether we like it or not. It is part of the language and is not going to disappear any time soon, unless the government imposes a tax or fine on profane words (just like in the Judge Dread movie). I personally do use some profane words once in awhile to express my felling that I cannot do in any other way. I also do not mind people using that sort of language around if it is not too often. That would make them look uneducated and unintelligent. Every person is a product of their own environment so if profanity is widely accepted and practiced in less educated and wealthy societies, it is completely inappropriate for the upper hierarchies of the educated and wealthy people. I believe the key is to be able to identify and adapt to the situation and use profane words only if there is no other choice. Extreme biased people who believe profane words need to be banned or limited in some way hold absurd position and have no ground to defend it.
ReplyDeleteMy wife has told me stories about her ex husband. He would try to impress people by using large unordinary words. The words that aren't typically used on a daily basis. Unfortunately my wife knows these words and knows the correct use for them. So everytime her husband would use a word like 'machination' he would use it inappropriately. She would correct him and he would get upset. So not only did he look stupid or ignorant using these words but he looked even stupider when he refused the help offered. This is similar to the profanity our society is uptight about. If the profanity is used correctly then we shouldn't have a problem, however the majority of profanity use is by under educated adults or adolesence that either don't realize they are using it incorrectly or to immature to accept the teachings of when and where to use it the proper way.
ReplyDeleteLike all the other episodes we watched this episode was really one sided. I agree that people should be able to speak however they want, and I don’t get offended very easily by profanity, but when it is used in a way that doesn’t even make sense, it gets really obnoxious. When I moved from junior high into high school I noticed a real difference in the language I heard walking down the hall. It went from hearing fuck or some other word used between every other word in the sentence, to hearing profanity in the right context for once. I appreciate when people try to limit their usage of harsh language for certain social situations. I think that it is fine when people use other words to express their anger such as eff (my favorite substitute), darn, shoot, crap, etc. When we hear this some might tell us to use the “real” words instead of our substitutes because they know what we “really” mean. My experience with this is that when I use the words such as fuck, shit, damn it, or hell, in anger that I tend to stay angry longer, where as if I use a substitute my anger dissipates sooner.
ReplyDeleteI think the use of swearwords is ok from time to time. I’m not trying to say do it all the time because it does sound silly and it makes you look uneducated. I know there are moments in life when something happens that makes you lose control and a think it’s better to say it than to keep it inside. I also think that the use of swearwords in jokes makes the jokes a little funnier. The only thing we should be careful not to speak like that in front of children it’s just not a good example.
ReplyDeleteThe use of profanity is our right as Americans to use. It is your own personal choice how and when you use it. You can be tasteful and know when the circumstance is appropriate. Or not, it’s your choice. I remember in 10th grade I said the f word to one of my friends a boy came up behind me and hit me hard across the back of my head. He said don’t use that word. The point is we must honor freedom of expression and if you don’t like what they have to say remove yourself from that environment.
ReplyDeleteThis is interesting to think about, because profanity is something that I am not in favor of and I try not to use it, but they brought up some good points. I do feel we sometimes decide for ourselves what is a bad word. My example would be I don't think twice about saying bloody before something, but in Great Britain that is not good to say at all. I thought about what they said about saying "holy cow" was good also, cause I just say that almost as second nature, but to someone elses religious beliefs it is sacred so I have tried to catch myself before I say that. One thing that I don't agree with is there is a difference between using freak, shot,darn, dang and many other words as opposed to what they say that we should just say the swear word. I agree that I do just need to find a better way to communicate, but that does not mean just say the swear words. That may sound stupid, but if certain words make me feel uncomfortable, and generally make the public the same way I will try to have good language and follow the system we have right now.
ReplyDeleteWhat is very interesting to me is that we as a nation don't what our children to say any profanity. But at the same time we don't care if we say those words. Something is wrong there. If it is not good for our kids then it must not be good for us also.
ReplyDeleteOn another not me and others don't feel good when other prople use words like that. To me i enjoy having a good conversation and not have to worry what i say or others say. So that i can keep a good feeling about me and so that i can do the same for others.
If there is a list of words that fall in to a catigory profanity, then those words must not be good words to use.
I'm not gonna lie, I like to curse. Which will automatically piss off a lot of people. I'm not saying that every other word I use is a swear word I don't mean it in that way. I like to use curse words when I feel they will best describe what I'm trying to say. I don't think it is fair for people to automatically assume you're ignorant and don't have a vocabulary because you swear. I DO have a very strong vocabulary and I include curse words in that vocabulary. It is just another way for someone to express themselves and their emotions. Words don't have meaning on their own. We create the meaning of words and so if you decide it's bad then it's bad if think it's ok then it's ok. It just depends on your own viewpoints. So like any other opinion it should be welcome and heard but just because you feel a certain way doesn't mean everyone else is wrong it just means you have a different opinion. I also don't swear around people that I know would have a problem with it, it's just common courtesy. It's the same reason why you don't yell at the top of your lungs in a room full of people. It's courtesy and respect. All in all I think that when you're talking about priorities and REAL problems in the world, profanity is pretty insignificant.
ReplyDeleteMan people get offended too easy. Oh he said the F word!!!!! CRAZY STUFF!!! Not! sheesh, get all worked up for nothing. It's just a word. Yes it sounds bad but that's the speakers problem, you can control your emotions just as much as he can control his tongue. Personally, I don't like profanity. I prefer not to use it and I think that people who use it over and over against, like at least once in every sentence need to learn English again. As for those that occasionally if ever use it; that's all good. That lady, the one that uses "Santa Vaca", she's stupid. Kudos on making you own catch phrases but dang lady, swearing is swearing even if it's in a different language. I thought you disliked it cuz of the meaning it brings, swear words in other languages carry the same meaning!!!! What an idiot. Then insulting another religion's God, that's hecka messed; worse than swearing I'd say. Well anyways, swearing is just like any other word with meaning, sometimes stronger meanings, but in the end its the reciever choice to be offended or not.
ReplyDeleteI think it is so funny how people get so offended by swear words. I understand that it could make people uncomfortable but it is the English language and they are only words. But when some one uses the F word every other word it does sound dumb and stupid but when you use other words to take place of swear word that sounds worse. I love how we can say swear words in our class! Its about time!
ReplyDeleteThis episode was very funny to me. Actually, I did not use bad words in English very much because unfamiliar to me. When I got really mad, those come up in my language. So frankly, I could not feel understand this episode very well. I think many people did not mention bad words with profanity.
ReplyDeleteThis episode was my favorite one, don't get me wrong about this, I just found out so many people swear at my work, school, and in reality, it's normal to swear but I think that we shouldn't use those special language at all time. For example, when we go to the meeting we can't swear in front of people like that, it's just sound unprofessional to me, and it also make the others feel uncomfortable to be around us. I swear sometimes, I think we could do that sometimes when we got really upset, but not like all the time. I just can't stand those people who have to talk with an "F" word all the time, it's make me feel stupid and unprofessional being around them.
ReplyDeleteLike I said in class, I do think that when people use profanity just to fill in the blanks of their vocabulary, it does make them sound un-intelligent. I also think that while people have the right to use it, I have the right to not have to hear it. Especially in my own home. Especially in front of my children.
ReplyDeleteWhile I feel this way about its use, I also feel very strongly for the first amendment and it is part of free speech. I think that trying to outlaw it completely goes against that and would be a ludicrous, unconstitutional use of taxpayer dollars.
While I don’t have a problem with people expressing themselves and that I don’t think that people should be dis-allowed from using profanity, I think that people need to think about when and where they use it.
ReplyDeleteI don’t get offended by it because doing so would just allow that person too much control over my feelings and emotions. I’m the only one who controls that.
I don't believe in taking any words out of the English language, profanity included. That would be limiting people on how they choose to express their thoughts. With correct timing and usage these words don't make you sound uneducated the words you use before and after them make you sound uneducated.
ReplyDeleteI think this episode so funny which could be known by this one about profane words and kind of help me. Because actually, I do not know exactly what is profanes. I usually watch TV or movie for learning English because English is not my first language. At that time, I can be listened to fxxk or son of bxxxh something like that. So, I thought those words make people to be anger. I ambiguously understood those things. But after watched it, I could figure out about those things. I have also been saying bad words to my close friends either own my language or English. But I know when where who I use that. If you are an adult, you know what it is. So, I think it just is a part of speech.
ReplyDeleteI believe there is a time and place for anything. Just like everything in life, a little goes a long way. If I feel the need to swear, I will. But I won’t around little kids, my elders, or authority figures (I made sure I only swore AFTER the cop pulled away when I got my speeding ticket). Although it can be a perfect way to express how you feel in a simple, blunt and harsh way, it’s a matter of respect to know when to hold your tongue. It’s the same concept as not screaming in a library or talking about your sex life to a stranger. Time and place is important.
ReplyDeleteI’m international student. But I think it is still possible to learn how not to use it. Profanity is actually limited language, which can offend or hurt people’s feelings. Also our children could pick it up. Using profanity is \habit that people feel bad but it is easy to fix. As I study English as my second language, English has many ways to express feelings. One helpful way to break from using profanity is to control oneself with an emotional language. Just consider if you are businessman then you meet four-mouthed person as your business partner.
ReplyDeleteWhen individuals use profanity, there is a very fine line in using it too much and using it tactfully. I believe that when someone uses a profane word every other word then they are very unintelligent and I believe everyone else does. I believe that you could use a much better word that would help you get your point across. I think that really if you slam your finger with a hammer you can swear but when its every other word then seriously go back to school, take an english class and learn some different words to use. Also some people get really offended when people use profane words. I think that it is only respectable to not use those words around those people that find it offensive. So you need to decide for yourself where the fine line is between using it to much and using it tactfully.
ReplyDeletethis is an issue i have recently turned a leaf on. i used to have no problem with profanity and in most times would get a chuckle out of it. but recently i have had a son and i take a different stance on the issue. i dont want my kids growing up talking like they are uneducated and have no respect. i feel that it looks bad apon a person who uses profanity in there regular diction. there is a time and place for everything. and i feel in public is not the time or place for profanity.
ReplyDeleteThis was one of my favorite Pen & Teller episodes because everything they said rang true in my opinion. Sure, many are offended by such language, but we're the ones who created it, so who's to say that any word such as, "monster" or "paper" will become obscene later on? It all really depends on us and how we view those words, as well as how quickly the thought of them being bad spreads. I really have no problem with such words myself, but I respect those who don't want to hear such language, thus I keep it to myself while around that person.
ReplyDeleteThat woman's representation of anger was just ridiculously funny, I have to admit.
"Santa Vaca!" Ooooh!
profanity has nothing to do with being uneducated and any one who thinks that is exactly that.. uneducated. my grandpa is one of the smartest men i know, graduated college, and became a professor for almost ten years. while in college he was able to juggle school, 2 jobs, hockey, and could still curse as much, if not more than any drunk Irishmen you could ever find. for those of you who find it offensive all you have to do is not listen to that music, watch that movie, or talk to those people. i don't sit here and ask people not to talk about certain things. personally i hate it when people start talking about god, jesus, or religion, it makes me annoyed, anxious, and if im exposed to it long enough it pisses me off. so i simply dont go to church, or talk about religion. if they start talking about it, i either leave or change the subject. its that simple.
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