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This question is too broad.
Please write another question which is more specific - which culture do you come from and which culture are you worried that you will offend?
Here is an example of a SPECIFIC question which will be quite easy to answer:
What are some words or phrases you should avoid because they are OK in English but would be rude or vulgar if used in China
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Any phrase with the word Jew in it...
You got Jewed. (cheated)
How much can I Jew you down for this (haggling)
The phrase gypped (jipped)...
I don't want them to jip me. (This refers to Gypsys (Roma) and their stereotypically cheating nature)
What else can I help you with?
Why are idioms used in writing?
Real people use idioms and slang, so writers use them to make their characters more believable.
What does it mean if a person uses idioms?
It doesn't mean anything except the fact that they are speaking their language. All languages have slang and idioms. It means that they are using saying from their dialect.
Why are idioms and slang not used in formal language?
They are hard to understand, so you don't want to be misunderstood.
What is a synonym for queer?
Offensive Slang: homosexual or gay. Other: odd, strange, etc.
Where do you find the subcategory Idioms and Slang?
It is under Literary Devices and Figures of Speech - that is under English Language, which is under Literature and Language.
Are idioms used all around the world?
Yes, every language has slang and idioms.
Why do different cultures have different slang?
Because they have different experiences. Slang comes from your culture being different from other cultures.
Where were idioms first used?
Wherever people lived -- people have always used idioms and slang.
Who came up with the ideas of idioms?
Nobody. Idioms and slang evolve naturally as people talk.
Where did idioms originate?
Idioms originated from various cultures and languages over time. They were developed as a way to convey meaning in a more colorful or metaphorical way. Many idioms have roots in historical events, literature, or common experiences shared by a particular group of people.
Where can you find Russian idioms and slang?
Try these links
Does hit the ball in speaking with idioms or slang make sense?
Not as slang or idioms, no. It just means to strike a ball, either with a bat, a stick, a racquet, or some part of your body.
When were idioms first developed in England?
When the English language developed. People have always used idioms and slang in their speech.
Are idioms improper in certain oocasions and why?
Idioms and slang are informal language, and should probably be avoided in business situations.
What are some slang terms or idioms for 'sick'?
feeling under the weather
Why are idioms used in writing?
Real people use idioms and slang, so writers use them to make their characters more believable.
Do other languages have idioms?
Every language has idioms and slang. People just naturally invent ways to make their language fun and interesting. Idioms also add emphasis to a conversation. One of the reasons that learning a new language is so hard is that you have to learn the slang and idioms of that language.
