How To Swear Like a Native Speaker
“Shit” expressions
Updated: 2025.04.04
5 min read · Basic
How To Swear Like a Native Speaker “Shit” expressions Discussion Questions Q1 In your own words, please briefly summarize the article. Q2 What part of the reading resonated with you most? Q3 Do you swear/curse in your native language? In what scenarios do you find yourself using swear words or expressions in your day-to-day life? Q4 Are there any swear expressions you would use in your own language that sound similar to some of the ones you read in this article? What does it mean, and when would you use it? Q5 Choose 3 expressions that sound new and interesting to you. Why did you pick these expressions? Q6 Think about a time when “shit hit the fan.” What happened? How did you feel, and how did you react or deal with the situation? Q7 Imagine that your boss promised you a big raise after 10 years of being a loyal employee, only to find out that the raise he gave you is only $50 more per year. You feel angry and betrayed. Vent to your tutor using these new expressions about what happened, how you feel, and what you think of your boss. Q8 Do you like drinking alcohol? If so, tell us a legendary story about a time you got shitfaced. (If you don’t drink, have you seen someone get shitfaced before? Where were you, and what happened?) Q9 Imagine that your best friend just found out that their partner cheated on them, and is angry/upset about the situation. What words do you think your friend would use to describe the cheating partner while venting to you? Q10 Imagine that you went on a rollercoaster, and midway through, your seatbelt came undone. You survived to tell the tale. Use 2-3 expressions to describe what happened or how you felt. Q11 Choose an expression from this article that you’re still not sure about. Ask your tutor how or when they would use it in their own lives. Q12 Just for shits and giggles, let’s pick a random expression from the article and create 3 original sentences with it. Q13 If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down. Expressions spilling the tea to share gossip or secret information Example 1 Lisa couldn't wait to meet her friends and start spilling the tea about what happened at the party. Example 2 During lunch, Jake spilled the tea about the teacher’s surprise quiz next week. emphasis special importance or attention given to something Example 1 The teacher put great emphasis on the importance of reading every day. Example 2 When giving a speech, you should place emphasis on your main points. incorporate to include or combine something as part of a whole Example 1 The school decided to incorporate more technology into the classroom. Example 2 She tried to incorporate healthy habits into her daily routine. backfire to have the opposite effect of what was intended Example 1 His plan to impress his boss backfired when he made a big mistake in the presentation. Example 2 If you lie to your friends, it may backfire and make them lose trust in you. |
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