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Why Do We Use Cringey Words for Loved Ones? | Otherwords
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林宜悉 posted on 2024/05/11Ever wondered why we call our loved ones 'sweetie' or 'pumpkin'? This video dives into the fascinating history and cultural reasons behind those quirky terms of endearment, even touching on how Shakespeare used them! You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and gain a deeper understanding of how language shapes our relationships.
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US /ˈlɪtərəli/
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- Adverb
- In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
- Used for emphasis to describe something that is actually true, often to highlight surprise or intensity.
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US /fɪˈnɑməˌnɑn, -nən/
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UK /fə'nɒmɪnən/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Unusual event, fact that can be studied
- Interesting or unusual person, group
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US /tɚm/
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UK /tɜ:m/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
- Length of time something is expected to happen
- Transitive Verb
- To call; give a name to
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US /ˈkɑmən/
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UK /'kɒmən/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
- Field near a village owned by the local community
- Adjective
- Shared; Belonging to or used by everyone
- Typical, normal; not unusual
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