dirty word

• Mot considéré comme vulgaire, offensant ou tabou dans une conversation polie, souvent lié au sexe, aux fonctions corporelles ou aux injures.

A word that is considered vulgar, offensive, or taboo in polite conversation, often related to sex, bodily functions, or profanity.

1. Profanity or obscenityB1informal

   A word considered vulgar, offensive, or taboo in polite conversation.

   gros mot

   • He was scolded for using a dirty word in class.
   • Children often learn dirty words from older kids.
   • The movie was censored for containing too many dirty words.

2. Unpopular or forbidden topicB2informal

   A subject or term that is avoided or considered unacceptable in a particular context.

   sujet tabou

   • In some companies, 'failure' is a dirty word.
   • The word 'taxes' has become a dirty word in political debates.
   • For many dieters, 'cake' is a dirty word.