There are a lot of bad words in the world. Some people say that foul language is easy to learn because it sounds catchy. People express themselves with profanities when they are upset, or even when they are in a great mood.
Of course, there are many people who say that cursing is a good way to vent. But there's one thing to keep in mind. According to one study, habitually using bad language can lead to impulsive or violent thoughts.
Foul language especially has a major impact on young children. The negative ripple effects could be bigger than we think. It's probably too hard to quit cold turkey, but we should at least try to curse only in moderation.
a good way to vent - an effective way to relieve emotional tension and regain a sense of calm
ripple effects - a situation in which one event produces effects which spresd and produce further effects
get a vibe - picking up on a certain energetic vibration that's going on and is givinng them a certain feeling
get point across - to make people understand
without resorting to - without doing (sth) or using (sth)
speak volume about - to provide a lot of information about something
quit cold turkey - completely stop or give up a particular habit, behavior, or addiction without any gradual reduction or tapering off
세상에는 수많은 욕설이 존재한다. 어떤 사람들은 욕설이 귀에 착착 감기기 때문에 쉽게 배운다고 말한다. 사람들은 화가 났을 때나 심지어는 기분이 좋을 때에도 욕설로 자신의 감정을 표현한다.
물론 욕을 하면 속이 시원해진다고 말하는 사람들도 많이 있다. 하지만 한 가지 명심해야 할 것이 있다. 한 연구에 따르면 습관적으로 나쁜 언어를 사용하면 생각이 충동적이거나 폭력적으로 될 수 있다고 한다.
욕설은 특히 어린아이들에게 지대한 영향을 미친다. 부정적인 파급 효과는 우리가 생각하는 것보다 더 클 수 있다. 욕을 완전히 끊기는 어렵겠지만, 최소한 적당히 자제하며 사용하려고 노력해야 한다.
- He is in a great mood today. / I was in a great mood until I heard the news.
- I enjoy jogging because it's a good way to vent. / Meeting friends to complain can be a good way to vent.
- The best method is to just quit cold turkey. / I know carbonated drinks are unhealthy, but I can't quit cold turkey.
A: I get a bad vibe from people who curse too often.
B: You're right. They aren't nice to listen to.
A: There are plenty of ways to get your point across, without resorting to foul language.
B: Of course.
A: The way a person talks speaks volumes about their character.
B: I couldn't agree with you more.
