{"id":68392,"date":"2023-03-14T13:01:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T13:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/?p=68392"},"modified":"2023-03-15T11:32:55","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T11:32:55","slug":"aee-1955-should-you-use-the-word-stupid-in-english","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/aee-1955-should-you-use-the-word-stupid-in-english\/","title":{"rendered":"AEE 1955: Should You Use the Word Stupid in English?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We should avoid using offensive words in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today you&#8217;ll find out why you shouldn&#8217;t use the word \u2018stupid.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In today\u2019s episode, we answer a great listener question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get ready for some deep thinking about language, connection, and ableism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, learn how to challenge the English language status quo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"1955 - Should You Use the Word Stupid in English?\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vA0_Pfsc70s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-word-stupid\"><strong>The word \u2018stupid\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Today\u2019s episode was inspired by an All Ears English listener.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the question:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Hi Lindsay!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>First, thank you for your helpful and interesting podcasts. I love them. I have a question. Maybe you find it very strange, sorry for that. Is the word \u2018stupid\u2019 offensive in English? I ask this because I live in Mexico. Here if you call someone \u2018stupido\u2019 it&#8217;s very offensive. Could you please explain how it works in English and give some synonyms that are not so offensive. Thank you! Have a nice one.<\/em><\/p>\n<cite><strong>&#8211; Irina Tar<\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Definitely, the word \u2018stupid\u2019 is offensive, especially if you\u2019re directing it at someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some may use it to describe systems such as bureaucracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there are other words you can use that are less offensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can listen to a previous related episode <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/aee-1886-four-phrases-to-avoid-being-dismissive-in-english%ef%bf%bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AEE 1886: Four Phrases to Avoid Being Dismissive in English.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This episode will prevent you from making the mistake of being offensive and breaking a connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The harm of offensive words<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The word \u2018stupid\u2019 is defined in the dictionary as having or showing a great lack of intelligence or common sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is an example from the dictionary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Apprehension was numbing her brain and making her stupid.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people are guilty of using this word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s very informal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/respond-appropriately-when-someone-shares-news-in-english\/\">but it is rude<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is an article from Harvard Business Review written by Rakshitha Arni Ravishankar that shares why there are some words you shouldn\u2019t use and what these words are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The title is <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2020\/12\/why-you-need-to-stop-using-these-words-and-phrases\">\u201cWhy You Need to Stop Using These Words and<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2020\/12\/why-you-need-to-stop-using-these-words-and-phrases\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2020\/12\/why-you-need-to-stop-using-these-words-and-phrases\">Phrases.\u201d<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> From the article, if someone says something you disagree with, don\u2019t say they are \u2018stupid\u2019, \u2018insane\u2019, \u2018crazy\u2019, \u2018lame\u2019, or \u2018dumb.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do this, you have, whether unknowingly or not, participated in spreading ableist language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is ableism?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ableism is defined as discrimination or social prejudice against people with disabilities based on the belief that typical abilities are superior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can manifest as an attitude, stereotype, or outright offensive comment or behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to language, ableism often shows up as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/1443-2\/\">metaphors, jokes, and euphemisms<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be surprised to learn that your response was a form of discrimination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People use ableist words and phrases every day without realizing the harm they do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calling someone &#8216;stupid\u2019 to insult their intelligence is ableism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Alternatives to \u2018stupid\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When learning a new language, you have to be aware of what words might offend the person you\u2019re talking to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using \u2018stupid\u2019 is offensive and there are many other words or phrases you can use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These alternatives express that something is wrong or you don\u2019t like a certain point of view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this episode we provide 3 better options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#1: Ridiculous<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br><em>The bureaucracy is ridiculous.<br>That\u2019s ridiculous!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#2: \u201cI disagree\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br><em>I disagree with what you said.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#3: \u201cThat was <em>_<\/em>____ remark.\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br><em>That was not an intelligent remark.<br>That was not a well-thought-out remark.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Roleplay<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The following roleplay will help you better understand how to use alternative words to \u2018stupid\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this scenario, Lindsay and Michelle are friends who are complaining about a waitress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Lindsay: <\/strong>Why 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Maybe she thought you didn\u2019t like your food?<br><strong>Lindsay: <\/strong>That\u2019s ridiculous.<br><strong>Michelle: <\/strong>Yeah that was not an intelligent remark.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Takeaway<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are nicer ways to call out things we don\u2019t like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We should focus on making positive connections and not spreading hate and negativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/aee-1491-say-thank-you-sassy-english\/\">Some words can be offensive<\/a> and we should avoid them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should be careful and assess your thoughts and the words you use before starting a conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You wouldn\u2019t want to break a connection because you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allearsenglish.com\/aee-1381-how-to-persuade-a-difficult-audience-in-english\/\">used the wrong word and have offended someone.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Language is ever-evolving just like our times and we should adapt to the changes and shift our mindset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Words are powerful, so you should use them wisely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What do you think of today&#8217;s episode?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Share your thoughts in the comments below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We should avoid using offensive words in English. 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