Are you really offended by swearing?
99933
I personally dont get offended by them because they were always my second language.  I do however think they can make a person sound extremely unintelligent when they use them simply for shock value.  I think that as we mature though, it does seem to make you cringe when people curse with every other word out of their mouth.  I can have a pretty dirty mouth when I get angry, or when I smash my thumb with a hammer or something- but in everyday conversation, whats the point?  Is it to sound "cool?"  I remember I used to do it for that reason when I was like 8, but when the thrill wore off- it just seemed like those words really didnt have any real purpose for being in my sentances, but I didnt get offended by them- more like turned off I guess.\n\nIf I meet someone and we are just having a conversation, and profanity takes up most of their conversation, I just think they are ignorant for the most part.  I am used to it though, so sometimes the profanity seems more natural in certain situations.\n\nTaking Gods name in vain though, I think that is absolutely offensive because it is against the religious beliefs of many, whether you understand it or not- it does offend a lot of people.\n\nby the way, tranced- you didnt offend me either,you just gave me a bad impression of you. Your comments are ignorant because the truth is, if everyone believed in Jesus there wouldnt be any arguments, so the world wouldnt be so messed up. Like it or not its true, because if everyone believed in something moral - no matter what it is- we would all agree on that morality.  So, to show you the ignorance in your statement- it is ridiculous to blame Christians for the worlds troubles when the worlds troubles are rooted in things that go AGAINST Christian belief!\n\nSometimes a little reason- goes a long way, no matter what your beliefs are.
647102
My family used to be (when my parents were still alive and us kids were closer to home) prone to getting into heated "discussions" about most any topic. Whatever the popular opinion, my dad would always play the devils advocate, and off we'd go, debating darned near anything. One Sunday, we got into it about cursing. Part of us took the stance that only the designated curse words were truly curse words, and who decided what they were anyway? And part of us took the side that ANY word would be a curse word if used with the right emotion. Ex: if you say darn and you really meant damn, or really WANTED to say damn, then you may as well have gone ahead and said damn! The others were no way! Only the word damn is a curse word, and darn and heck and shoot are all perfectly good alternatives...well, so it went in my house!\nPoint being, I personally think that it's the emotion behind the word used, and say, in the case of Tourette's, there is no emotion intended, just an uncontrollable outburst of words that just happen to be considered foul by society. Now, having said all that, the Bible does have something to say about not allowing a rotten saying to come out of our mouths, along with swearing (as in "I swear to God I didn't take your purse!" The Bible says to let our yes mean yes and our no mean no) You'll find those verses at Eph 4:29 and Matt 5:37.
1093318
are you swearing in hindi?
673539
F U C K you.  Is that funny?
727963
Profanity origniated out of religious obserance of words that were either considered blasphemy or abusive to either God or his followers. Most words are considered profane because of their abusive, or offensive nature.  Talking about hell, or damnation was considered abusive because it brought to light unplesant aspects of the afterlife.   This also applies to blasphemy or taking the Lord's name in vain, it is considered offensive by religous followers because it is a direct insulting use of their creator's name. Also sexual terms and phrases are often considered vular or taken out of context to produce an offense. Ah, who cares...here goes...I'll try to be polite...\nIt is usually their connotation that makes them profane:  \n"Taking a sh*t" is considered a vular expression because of it's content.  \n"Fu*k you" is also considered vulgar because the word "F*ck" implies sex because of it's origins and it's a no no to talk about sex in our Puritian society...Let alone use sex as an offensive remark.\nA$$hole is considered a rude word because, honestly who wants to be associated with being an anus?\nC*nt is a very taboo word because of it's vulgar reference to female genitalia, and feminist movement sees vulgar references as a means to demean and demoralize. Which is probably a very accurate ideal.\nD*ckhead also is a demeaning word.\nWell okay that's all I can think of..well actually I can think of a lot more, but I'll probably already be reported for this anyways...\nHave A Nice Day...
73411
I don't know if it's actually rude or not, but I did read somewhere that when a person types in all caps, it signifies raising one's voice. (as in anger) So, maybe it is rude. Sometimes I do it when I'm laughing at something, though...
225098
It's blasphemy. It's disrespectful. People should honor God, not curse him. He created us all, and we at least owe him our respect and our love. Don't you agree? Actually, when it comes to all other foul words, I can tolerate them...but I can't tolerate blasphemers. To tell you the brutal truth- and I am more honest than most people- I do curse sometimes, myself, when I get very very angry. But then, I apologize and repent to God after the fact. I know that no one is perfect. I just believe that cursing should be avoided as best as humanly possible.
463514
Yes, but not exactly for myself, rather I feel bad for them and the situation that made them use foul language in public. Were they raised properly? Had a stressful day at work? Hate their in-laws? Pick a reason. That's why I feel bad for them. Not the swearing itself, but the root of the problem.
71855
If you use profanity enough, it starts to become a habit, and they just slip without you even meaning to say so - I know because I occasionally finding myself cursing in rather inappropriate situations.\n\nAlthough I'm not a fan of overused profanity, it can sometimes be a very good way of expressing a tremendous amount of anger in a clear, succinct way that doesn't involve either going off on a 20-minute-rant or throwing anything.
1165367
It's sad to hear people swear and to know that is is more the rule than the exception anymore.  It makes a person look unintellegent, and without creativity.  \n   My grandfather was a man who had his temper, but never cussed.  Then one day, someone did something and he said that one word, it had alot more power to it.  That is my outlook on all cuss words; if you use them all the time they lose their significance or power, but if you reserve the use of them for that whole other level of your frustration they have a little more impact.
654865
Not so much anymore (now that I'm in the Corporate world), but when I was a Sailor...well let's just say the old cliche "swears like a drunken Sailor" definitely rings true.\n\nTo me, they don't really seem that big a deal...probably due to over-exposure, but they're really just words that add emphasis to conversation.  For example, if I were relating a story about a big mountain lion I saw, which of these statements better conveys the size of the beast:\n\n"That was a really big mountain lion!"\n\n"That was the biggest fuc%ing mountain lion I've ever seen!"\n\nSee...adds emphasis huh?
657799
There is not a God dang frackin problem with cursing. Do we really think God is up there worrying about out language when there are far worse things going on in the world?
124947
Because bad language is not considered proper.  Would you swear when talking to your parents, teachers, or at work to you boss or customers?
1136368
There's no reason for one to curse (anyone or anything). (Cursing is to wish evil upon someone or something.)
769693
holy crap\noh my f***in god\ngod damn\n \nwhat more do ya want, there's so many cuss words in the english language its hilarious
472601
Absolutely.  I agree with the above answer that said that no where are you guaranteed the right to not be offended.  But to take it a step further, why does my doing, or not doing something get taken as an offense.  \nI think there is a serious epidemic outbreak of "Thin Skin," and the only cure is an injection of some good old-fashioned "Get Over It!"
490416
If you are respectful and tactful in the manner in which you ask the question, there shouldn't be a problem. However, if you choose to use foul language, or vulgar descriptions to get your points/meanings across, then women will just be offended and angry.