The Vocab Man - Fluent Vocabulary
Slang (Bonus Episode ft. Bob)
Dec 18, 2023
Bob explains slang words used with friends like replacing 's' with 'sh' and mispronouncing words on purpose, creating familiarity and humor.
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Quick takeaways
- Humorous mispronunciation of words can be a playful way to interact and bond with friends.
- Language playfulness and silliness can bring joy to interactions and relationships.
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Using Slang Words and Expressions with Friends
One interesting slang example that Bob shares is the practice of turning the 's' sound into 'sh' in his friend group. For instance, instead of saying 'summer', they say 'shummer', and instead of 'slang', they say 'shlang'. This humorous mispronunciation of words is a playful way to interact and bond with friends. Bob mentions that the joke is often to slightly mispronounce words, and if both friends participate, it indicates a level of understanding and humor between them.
