Profanity

[Romance Hero]

Do you despise it? I honestly hate it when people I know curse around kids, even though I know it gets around otherwise. Sometimes I believe it degrades people. These days, censors aren't really helping.

[Signomi]

I really hate how swear words are thrown about so casually, especially around children that over time causes them to be jaded by it. A lot of people I know tend to swear to build a sort of cool image of themselves, it's sad to know that they're so oblivious to the fact it makes them look foolish.

[Spaekle Oddberry]

They're just words, I think. If they weren't treated as such "OH NO!" things, everybody'd probably say them and they wouldn't be a big deal. And in most cases, there are other words that mean exactly the same thing that aren't considered profane, so it can't be what the word means. :\

That said, the only reason I'll ever watch my language is to not get in trouble with anyone. Can't really help it when the people who are in charge want to be anal. When I'm in a situation where I'm not going to get kicked in the face for saying anything, I'll say any word in the book.

[Kayashi]

At my school, nobody really cares anymore. They're just words, now. D:

On forums, yeah, because its for all ages and stuff.

[Tater Tot]

Most words that are used more commonly don't bother me that much, cause kids are gonna hear them around anyway.. XD
But the worser ones, I just think is sad... O_o

[Starfish Prime]

They're just words.

I use 'em.

Other people use 'em.

It's not hurting anyone. If it offends you, get over it.

[Rekhyt]

Everyone uses bad language, makes them think they're cool or something. I normally avoid it, but when I get really angry with someone, a huge argument will normaly erupt. On forums you should use normal language and not bad words or whatever, as an eight year old could stumble upon a thread or something.

But eight years olds I know swear. So I guess bad words and everything are over-hyped.

[Tater Tot]

Everyone uses bad language, makes them think they're cool or something. I normally avoid it, but when I get really angry with someone, a huge argument will normaly erupt. On forums you should use normal language and not bad words or whatever, as an eight year old could stumble upon a thread or something.

But eight years olds I know swear. So I guess bad words and everything are over-hyped. Like Mayz. XP
But I'm beginning to think he's not 9.... XD
Lol

[Gummy]

I try to avoid it sometimes, but when I'm really angry, I just can't help it. But I do know how to control myself when I'm around kids.

[Tater Tot]

I've never cursed in my life actually, except for when I was a kid and I didn't know what I was doing. XD

[Misayu]

I dont care about them much. My boyfriend uses them constantly so it doesnt bother me and I use them alot too but only if I mad or really excited over something.

What I dont like is when they are used around little kids. No one should be allowed to cuss around small children.

[BeachBoy]

I avoid swearing at all costs really. I strongly dislike how children can be around and learn such things an early age, they shouldn't be learning those words at their ages.

Though, I may let some out if I ever get a huge temper, though that too is extremely rare.

[Cookie luvs Green]

This may be hocus pocus, but I believe words have energy. Why do people feel hurt with some words?
It's just like listening to music. I'm being obvious here, they do impact one--depending on the individual. Even written words.
Just not too long ago, I found an article where they tried it out with snowflakes (http://www.life-enthusiast.com/twilight/research_emoto.htm).

Now, when it comes to normal conversations; I find profanity to be dirty. Almost trashy.
Casually done, it makes their circle get an uncomfortable (because it's private) or stupid/angry atmosphere. It's either unwelcoming or sickening.

Personally, I don't like when one abuses profane words, so I just avoid them. I don't feel hurt because I'm used to them. If I see a friend starting to say 'em frequently, I usually ask them just to calm down.

I like to be treated with respect, so I normally don't swear out loud.

Although I'm alright when it's done in a humorous case, because overall, you laugh at a joke because you didn't expect the outcome.

I think it's best for kids to stay away from profanity and they should just stick with creative alternatives or better yet, learn interesting vocabulary.
As for others, I think people should tone them down and use them whenever necessary like venting out anger. Unless you live in an area where everyone likes to appear unpleasant and you want to 'fit in.'

[Reine Blair]

This may be hocus pocus, but I believe words have energy. Why do people feel hurt with some words?
It's just like listening to music. I'm being obvious here, they do impact one--depending on the individual. Even written words.
Just not too long ago, I found an article where they tried it out with snowflakes (http://www.life-enthusiast.com/twilight/research_emoto.htm).
My biology class actually read an article about that as well last year, it's pretty intersting.

Now, I rarely swear or use profanity. I think there are more efficient ways of getting your point across than to swear your head off. I'm not saying that I don't swear at all because words do slip from time to time. I'm just talking about using the f-bomb every other word. It gets annoying and I'm pretty sure there are other words out there can be used instead.

[BRTD]

I have no problem with it.

[Jaimes]

Some profanities are just words that society thinks is a bit worse than others.
Example; consider 'damn', that used to be the height of swearing about a centrury ago, it all depends where you are and how you use them.

When it's said on the spur of the moment, such as an exclamation, if it's cultural or when really really annoyed, then although a synonym could be used, I don't see to much of a problem.
When people use it for the sole purpose of looking cool because they know it's a rebellious way of speaking then that really annoys me, especially when they're chavs.

[Aurélie Fey]

See, it's hard for me to call. Like Jaimes said, if it's a spur-of-the-moment kinda thing, like, if you hurt yourself and just let out a swear, I don't have a problem with it. However, if people are just sitting around, swearing unnecessarily because they think it makes them look cool or tough or whatever, then I do, because it's annoying.

What I really can't stand are people who swear unnecessarily in front of small children, especially when they're fully aware the children are there. I don't stand for that at all, especially since I work around them. u_u

[Rebellious Treecko]

Yeah...swearing on the internet annoys me sometimes, mostly if the rules prohibit it. Although on some forums the "D" and "A" words aren't considered swearing.

I'm a hypocrite about it, as I tend to swear a lot now IRL. Mostly in school and when I'm interrupted...or when I get stressed, which happens a LOT. :(

[austin00081]

What annoys me more than cussing unnecessarily, is poor grammar.
Seriously, people need to learn proper English, or not post a reply at all.
"omg ur leik zo kewl pogeyz r 2 funner den stuff"

I see that too much.
Taht wryting is wurser than most.
;3

[Gilgαmesh]

I usually use them, but like, I don't like using them. Weird, huh?

I only used them when I'm angry, hurt, or sad or whatever. I hardly use them casually, unless I'm in a feeling that causes me to.

[Lo-chan]

To me, they are just words. I hear them alot so I got use to it. But I don't like it when people ALWAYS use them. To me, it makes them look stupid :x

[TwilightBlade]

I've developed a sharp hatred of curse words since my mother uses them so carelessly and frequently. I never verbally curse because of her. Though, I'm fine if someone else curses at the right time for a good reason like being stressed or harmed. So yeah, kind of like what Scarlet Lynn said.

[Gyro]

;3493088']They're just words.

I use 'em.

Other people use 'em.

It's not hurting anyone. If it offends you, get over it.

Well I dont think I would've put it like that, but I agree. For me, I curse all the time..I dont see it as anything extremely horrible. I actually think cursing is always exaggerated to be a bigger problem than it really is. I really cant help but curse..I always use curse words casually so its a part of every day speech for me. Don't get me wrong, I don't curse in every single statement, all I'm saying is that they're just a part of the way I speak. I dont do it to be cool, or to seem "tough"..its just the way I am and thats just how I talk. I can control my cursing though, because I know it does offend some people and I know when to censor my language at the right time.

[Ayano Katagiri]

I try to avoid using profanity, but what I've found is that they're so casually thrown around nowadays it's almost like the standard teenager slang/lingo. Which definitely doesn't help when everyone around you uses it on a regular basis, it's simply like imprinted in your mind. x_x

[Ausaudriel]

They're just words, I think. If they weren't treated as such "OH NO!" things, everybody'd probably say them and they wouldn't be a big deal. And in most cases, there are other words that mean exactly the same thing that aren't considered profane, so it can't be what the word means. :\

That said, the only reason I'll ever watch my language is to not get in trouble with anyone. Can't really help it when the people who are in charge want to be anal. When I'm in a situation where I'm not going to get kicked in the face for saying anything, I'll say any word in the book.
^ That.

Exactly. Exactly exactly. I don't even have anything else to add to that, it describes how I feel about it perfectly. Well said.

[Kayleigh]

When people use it for the sole purpose of looking cool because they know it's a rebellious way of speaking then that really annoys me, especially when they're chavsEw... chavs. I've heard the horror stories about them. XD

Anyway, I've never actually cursed before and don't have any plans to do so, but I'm not the type of person who flinches every time I hear a "bad word". I honestly prefer to be around people who don't curse because that's what I'm used to in real life, but I won't have a nervous breakdown if someone slips one out in front of me. I guess that, like most people, I've become pretty desensitized to them because of all the movies and music that you hear them in nowadays.

That said, I don't think it's appropriate how they're often thrown around so carelessly by people who say they're "just words". Sure they are, but they're not the kind you'd hear an innocent little 5 year-old saying. Or your typical, sweet elderly lady. It's one thing to use them when you're with a friend who wouldn't be offended in the least, but if you're out in public, especially around families with little kids? Show some respect. At least you'll come off as being more mature than most teenagers these days.

[txteclipse]

Swear words are filler for people that can't think of a better word to use. They're fairly catch-all, and you don't really have to think about what you're saying to use one. Not to mention that they grate on the ears.

I don't use them, unless I slip. I've said maybe five swear words in my life.

[Gerri Shin]

I only curse when I'm really really mad or annoyed. (so I don't do it often) I don't believe it's in my nature to profusely use profanity.

[sims796]

Ew... chavs. I've heard the horror stories about them. XD

Anyway, I've never actually cursed before and don't have any plans to do so, but I'm not the type of person who flinches every time I hear a "bad word". I honestly prefer to be around people who don't curse because that's what I'm used to in real life, but I won't have a nervous breakdown if someone slips one out in front of me. I guess that, like most people, I've become pretty desensitized to them because of all the movies and music that you hear them in nowadays.

That said, I don't think it's appropriate how they're often thrown around so carelessly by people who say they're "just words". Sure they are, but they're not the kind you'd hear an innocent little 5 year-old saying. Or your typical, sweet elderly lady. It's one thing to use them when you're with a friend who wouldn't be offended in the least, but if you're out in public, especially around families with little kids? Show some respect. At least you'll come off as being more mature than most teenagers these days.

I tend to curse casually, at least around friends. I never curse in the presence of anyone older than me, and I don't tolerate any kid who curses anywhere by my earshot, even if they aren't in my family.

I also tend to try to use other words over swear words, as they do annoy me, especially when other people curse. People are generally surprised when I curse, and I wonder why. I suppose I curse less than I think. Ta hell.

[Espreon]

Well in my school they are just words, well when no teachers are around...
Around adults and other people who are displeased by it I tend not to use them but around my peers which use it and treat them as "just words" I use it (Yes, the F word is just a word in my school...).

I tend to up severity in profanity when I am angry.

[Kayleigh]

I tend to curse casually, at least around friends. I never curse in the presence of anyone older than me, and I don't tolerate any kid who curses anywhere by my earshot, even if they aren't in my family.

I also tend to try to use other words over swear words, as they do annoy me, especially when other people curse. People are generally surprised when I curse, and I wonder why. I suppose I curse less than I think. Ta hell.Same here, I can't stand hearing little kids curse... especially around adults. They're either showing off or trying to act too grown-up themselves, but it comes off as rebellious and just plain stupid every time. Kids should be cute and innocent, geez. XD;

But yeah, if someone wants to curse casually around friends and family who are comfortable with it, then I'm not gonna complain. They're not bothering anything. It's just the ones who don't use any discretion whatsoever that get on my nerves. Like they're not even TRYING to respect the opinions of others.

[Espreon]

Same here, I can't stand hearing little kids curse... especially around adults. They're either showing off or trying to act too grown-up themselves, but it comes off as rebellious and just plain stupid every time. Kids should be cute and innocent, geez. XD;

But yeah, if someone wants to curse casually around friends and family who are comfortable with it, then I'm not gonna complain. They're not bothering anything. It's just the ones who don't use any discretion whatsoever that get on my nerves. Like they're not even TRYING to respect the opinions of others.

Agreed... Except for the "cute and innocent" part, kids should have their own personality not a stereotyped personality.

[Kayleigh]

Agreed... Except for the "cute and innocent" part, kids should have their own personality not a stereotyped personality.Well, I was talking about when they're younger, and are usually more carefree and happy. That's how my little brother is at the moment. XD; I know they change as they grow... I've had to babysit maaany kids during my 18 years. But I do think that most of them mature too fast these days. They practically lose their childhood when they start trying to act so much older than they actually are, simply because it's apparently the cool thing to do?

[Espreon]

Well, I was talking about when they're younger, and are usually more carefree and happy.

Wait, what are the swearing, little kids' ages?

[Lady Nicole]

I swear a little when I'm irritated and a lot when I'm really angry. It makes me feel better, even though they are only words...

[Kayleigh]

Wait, what are the swearing, little kids' ages?The ones I knew were about... 7-ish, I think? They would do it on purpose to make the adults angry, and it would get so annoying. ._. I think they picked it up from having an older brother who used to talk that way around them all the time.

[Lily]

Life would just be easier if society didn't have to create profane words. ;S

I never swear, though. It wasn't a habit I picked up.

[t.A.T.u]

... I really don't see how a word can be bad after all its just a word. Ah so many things in society just are idiotic. Profanity is forbidden but what ever happened to sticks and stones may break my bone but words will never hurt me? But then again, words leave emotional scars for life and a broken bone heals (hopefully). So I guess in a way I do not despise it because they are just words but in a way I do because they hurt.

[Tater Tot]

Everyone in my family thinks my childhood flew out the window cause they let me watch PG-13 movies at a young age. xD
But I learned not to use them very quickly, it's not our religion to say them anyway, and I'm strongly against young children putting them into their vocabulary.

[Lily]

You're lying to yourself when you say words don't have an impact - they DO. That's why we know when not to say certain things, what words will make one feel happy, sad, angry, etc. There aren't 'bad' words, per se; we just make them bad. =[

[Espreon]

The ones I knew were about... 7-ish, I think? They would do it on purpose to make the adults angry, and it would get so annoying. ._. I think they picked it up from having an older brother who used to talk that way around them all the time.

Kids that age swearing?!? OK now I am scared...

[Jesus Freak Josh]

Kids that age swearing?!? OK now I am scared...
Welcome to the internet.

I try to avoid it when possible. The worst I say is the P-bass word (Ew, Precision. :P) but I don't use it all that often anyway.

[Crimson Majestic]

You would have to define profanity, for profane language can differ between two plus people thus subjective. However, for discussion sake, I do not despise such words, but I am not an advocate of spreading fowl phrases. I find it rather natural to use an alternative word to best fit the situation.

[Lash]

I am the type where I can't open my mouth without saying a cuss word. I just say cuss words so fluently, sometimes I don't even know when I am using them XD;

In my personal opinion, it is impossible for someone to express themselves without cuss words. Like, when you are angry and "going down without a fight", so to speak, and the only way to vent is to either cuss, or punch a hole in the wall to get into more trouble in the process of doing so, which are you going to chose? Personally, I think it comes down to choice and probably self expression.

edit: This did pop into my mind after typing my opinion: Maturity. Being mature about the situation would too, be a choice.

[Jesus Freak Josh]

In my personal opinion, it is impossible for someone to express themselves without cuss words. Like, when you are angry and "going down without a fight", so to speak, and the only way to vent is to either cuss, or punch a hole in the wall to get into more trouble in the process of doing so, which are you going to chose? Personally, I think it comes down to choice and probably self expression.

In my opinion it's impossible to go through life without using an expletive at least once. It's pretty easy to not swear any other time. :P

[Revendusman]

mY OPINION GOES LIKE THSI: THERS NOTHING WRONG WITH EXPLETIVES. I mean, people with constipation need some kind of relief to cure them...

[Mitchman Is]

Words basic words. That is all

[SilverSmeargleSplatter]

I try to avoid it, and I don't care if other people do it around me...but I am bothered when up-tight parents swear and still expect their kids to be the good little angels thay think they are.

[Michii]

I really don't give a flying... ermm... I mean, I really don't care about cursing so much anymore. I mean, when did society decide that some words were considered as "bad" and others as "acceptable?" Just like us, words basically, to me at least, started out the same. Over time, peoples' perception of words changed, and from what might have been one person's opinion of a word escalated into a series of similar opinions. Because of those similar opinions, we've all learned that certain words are good, and others are bad. But who are we to care? We also have the right to decide whether a word is good or not, no?

So, well, yeah. That's why I don't really care about profanity. Sure, I wouldn't say it in front of a little kid or an honorable adult, but on the other hand, words are just words.

Of course, that's just my view.

[Ryoutarou]

I'm around profanity quite a bit, at home and out in the world, it's pretty hard to escape it since it's become such a densensitized aspect of our lives. I try not to swear, but stuff slips out every now and then. It used to be that I didn't care who I would offend by saying things, but in the past few years that's really changed. I guess I just try to be more respectful of people who don't like hearing the words and I'm not the biggest fan of them myself anymore, they're nothing a good vocabulary can't replace anyway.

[Stevo-kun]

Hmm, profane language, I can't say I despise it, I just think it's un-needed in some situations, and around kids, but if one is angry, I consider it as them getting things off their chest.

[Sorairo]

I only use them when I'm with my friends and we're not in public. I tired not using them for a while, but it's habit for me, so it just kind of happens. I can control myself though, I don't use them around my parents, or little kids, so in my opinion using them around my friends is normal and kind of acceptable.

I shouldn't say them, but I do.

Besides the F word wasn't a cuss word to begin with, but people started using it as one and now look >_>
I think they're just words that started off as other words. I just don't see it as much a big deal cause I watch myself and only use them around my friends.

[El Gofre]

I swear, but not at people. We all know the situation where we've been in that much pain we have to shout out, but aiming this kind of word at someone is extremely derogartroy.

[Astinus]

I swear often. It's just a habit that I picked up from the high school that I went to, and the place that I work at now. The words just tend to slip out.

But I do try to make an effort as to what I say around people. Like for a few of the customers that I'm friends with, I don't swear around them because it just wouldn't be right. So I always think things out in my mind before I say it. It's the same thing around my mom. She doesn't like swearing, but if I'm with my dad, then I can say what I want.

Out in public, if the words slip out, then I really don't care. Around where I am, parents swear at their kids all the time.

Of course, I never swear at someone. It's always with someone if I do swear.

[Asura Nirosuki]

Has for the most part, always scared me. I hate those who 'constantly' have to, Also to show not to have alot of smart vocabulary.

[Aorio]

"effity effing eff lawl shii beeech bleep"
That's what gets me really mad.
People cussing every other word because they think it makes them look cool. :D
I only cuss when I get really mad, and even then I hardly do. I think it's retarded, I mean, using curse words 24/7. Especially around small children... and to take that even further, I live in a bad neighborhood, and all the kids around here that are like six or seven cuss like every other word and know about drinking and sex and everything. It's kind of sad, really.

[Andelc]

I dont think theres a point to it.,especially when people do it too much or to try to be cool, then its immature.

But I basically never swear unless im quoting someone or a song.

[Manaphy1128]

The only problem I have with swearing is when someone uses it for no reason. If they have a reason, sure, whatever, let them use it, but when they just do it to sound "cool", they're idiots.

The only time cursing is allowed for no reason is in songs. For some reason, it doesn't annoy. It might just be the fact that once it's on the disc, it ain't coming off.

[Fitzgeraldo]

I really only cuss around my friends who cuss as well.

I dunno what it is, but I love songs that have a lot of stuff in them that's 'bad'.

I was never raised around language. Only a year or so ago did I begin using it somewhat heavily.

Oddly enough, I don't cuss when I'm angry. It's then when my intelligent, argumentative side comes out. Other than that, though, I think I cuss at least ten times a day, whether it's just to myself, or to others.

[Captain Arcane]

I don't really care about it too much, except for one word, all I'll say is that it starts with a "C". I can't stand that word, whenever I hear someone say it, I instantly get annoyed and angry. For me, its the dirtiest word out there.... >____>