Thread: Ваше нелюбимое русское слово?

Шланг - в английском, это же слово значит хуй. А мне приходится часто его пользовать летом в саду. Полный пиздец.

Originally Posted by nebo

Шланг - в английском, это же слово значит х*й.

Actually, the word "schlong" (произносится "шланг") is probably much closer to хрен in "strength" -- in other words, it's semi-euphemistic, and is not considered to be "English мат."

But on the other hand, "schlong" sounds rather vulgar (although not "dirty") and therefore is not a word that adults would use при детях. In front of a child, one can use the slang term "wiener" (винр -- дословно, "сосиска") or "peter" (дословно, "Пётр"!), among many other euphemisms.

Originally Posted by Throbert McGee

Actually, the word "schlong" (произносится "шланг") is probably much closer to хрен in "strength" -- in other words, it's semi-euphemistic, and is not considered to be "English мат."

But on the other hand, "schlong" sounds rather vulgar (although not "dirty") and therefore is not a word that adults would use при детях. In front of a child, one can use the slang term "wiener" (винр -- дословно, "сосиска") or "peter" (дословно, "Пётр"!), among many other euphemisms.

Hmm.. interesting. Maybe it is a regional variation, but in my part of the country (Seattle), shlong is on the same level as dick or cock, rather than wiener and is only met in vulgar/dirty discourse, which would make most adults blush. Therefore, I would define it as being closer to хуй rather than хрень. But that is of course my opinion. One's background surely plays a role in perception of that word.