Slang Rehearsal

The n-word is considered one of the most vicious racial slurs in the English language today. True that the n-word is closely associated with slavery and the oppression of blacks. Even after the abolition of slavery the word still haunted African Americans, especially in more segregated areas; where blacks were viewed as inferior to whites. In recent years the n-word has become less of a malicious slur in parts of our country. Public figures who use the n-word run the risk of losing their jobs. However, since the 1960s African Americans have coined the term “nigga”, when addressing one another. The rise of hip hop culture also enhanced the use of the word-they felt as though they are using the word as a term of endearment. Critics of the

Sometimes it may be appropriate to use slang with your peers but in normal working with colleagues or service users you should avoid using any language that can be misunderstood or misinterpreted or that might cause offence.

We no longer use the word "old" to describe an seventy year old person instead we choose to describe an old person as an "elderly". Another exmple of engfish in our society is when someone gets runned over but on the charges they call it "Vehicular mansluaghter". Engfish can be described to be the process of changing the words in a sentence to make it sound more pretentiouse or phony, which is exacly what happens in society common words to describe something are changed to be longer and as a result these new words sound lifeless and

Racial slang has hindered the development in equality over the years between black Americans and white Americans, because it evokes the days when there was separation between American due to the color of their skin. In current day, the N word is now so frequently used, it has become a staple to many people’s vocabulary. Although some do not mean to use it for harm, the term originated to degrade African Americans. ABC News’ “Is the ‘N word’ going mainstream” talks about how the N word is becoming more and more popular.

No way to write over, or erase, the original definition of it, of the slur it once was. Especially because if people continue to use it, it will eventually be passed on to another generation. He believes regardless of how far rappers and everyday use has “nullified” the word, it will always be a slur to most. It is disrespectful to those who were

Based off the book, “What the F” by Benjamin K. Bergen; he shows us only a minor part of the huge role that profanity takes effect in humanity’s day to day life; our language and our society's culture are all affected by the well-worn use of profanity. This can vary from racial slurring, to malapropos and indecorous sexual referencing and even to, blunt classifications

Regretfully, the effects from growing up in that type of environment has left its marks on today’s generation. Many African Americans have been set to think that if we want to be considered worthy of being successful, we must drop our cultures way of speaking, and adopt a more superior way of speaking. A book written titled Language: New Encyclopedia of Africa, mentions society’s idea of slang speaking when it said, Slang is usually regarded as unconventional style of speech where the norms of “standard” language are either suspended or deliberately ignored.” (Language, 2018). The African American culture is widely known for its trendy traditions that it places on society. Hip hop and R&B records sale out by the millions. Rappers are being placed on the cover of high class magazines such as Vogue. The African American style has swept the nations with new fashions, and trendy new words that we

The most mediocre use of language any person can possibly overuse. Jargon is forever changing because some teenager thinks of a weird way to express himself and it sticks. Take it back to the 1920s and people are calling each other the bee's knees, which is slang for the being the best person or making a person's day. Alternatively, take it back to the 1960s and people are being labeled hippies, which in a way is slang for peaceful druggies and potheads. Currently, teens say "boi" when something just is not right or, say "sike" when they say something realistic as a joke. Slang is evolving and has become mediocre in everyday life. When a new slang word is created, it is superlative for seconds because teens are desperate to sound "cool" and fit in with everyone. It is not long before the word becomes mediocre because youth nationwide begin incorporating the slang into their vocabulary. Then parents start using the slang to build a bridge and bond with their kid. Unfortunately, the parents only look stupid and the slang continues be used and continues to be

Incorporating current slang creates a relatable tone and helps readers better digest an article- making it easier to believe the material. Providing readers with multiple articles also helps target readers. This is why we see multiple headlines on covers- the more articles provided, the more chances there are to sell a copy, especially if the customer doesn’t have time to stand in the aisle and read an article. Having a voice here is very important because it gives the reader a sense of relation to you. If they can entice you with their language, then they have accomplished a large portion of their goal. Utilizing overbearing or pretentious words in a work as casual as a magazine is a definite

One can hear a white, Asian, or Latino hip hopper saying, “TJ is my nigga,” which means “TJ is my good friend” (Reese). Despite the controversy surrounding the word, hip-hop has adopted it to sort of off-set the psychological effects that the word has on African Americans. Hip-hop language has become a sort of universal dialect. Whether it is the addition of the phrase "bling-bling" to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2003 or the inclusion of the term "crunk" in the 2007 volume of the Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary, hip-hop culture has changed the nature, the sound, and the rules of the English language (Price III). Even if fans of the hip-hop culture have different first languages, they still can understand the slang of hip hop. Hence, hip-hop has had success uniting the world linguistically.

“Ugh, she so ratchet,” a common phrase when hitting the club or scrolling through any social media site. No, they’re not referring to the mechanical tool or the beloved Transformers character, their inferring to the new slang term that has established itself within a generation’s vocabulary. But how exactly does an everyday term such as ratchet become so twisted to the point where it’s new meaning no longer resembles it’s old one? As it once was mainly known as a mechanical tool used to repair clocks and roller coasters, it now has a entirely different definition. Although words may have an established meaning, as time goes by, that meaning may change,

And that some word that where in the past are almost obsolete.

There are words that have different meanings today than they did when they were first used. Some examples of these words are explained by Taylor Dennis in “The Etymology of the Top 7 Curse Words.” “Bitch still does mean “female dog”(...) However, it has also

A warm smile spread across her face when she heard Dory “Don’t worry about it Dory, I understand.” She stated with a slight nod as a giggle escaped her lips. “I know you aren’t trying to chase me away or anything like that, you just have responsibilities to deal with at the moment and I understand that completely.” She added, a smile quickly spread across her face. Taking in a deep breath she stood from the chair she sat in, dark hues stared at Dory. “We will see eachother again tomorrow.” She nodded, “Plus, it's getting awfully late, I need to get up early tomorrow to be at the club for rehearsals.” Rapunzel stated in a soft voice. Turning around she quickly made her way off the boat.

WELCOME ...................................................................................................................................3 OUR MISSION ............................................................................................................................3 PURPOSE OF THIS HANDBOOK ...........................................................................................3 HANDBOOK HIGHLIGHTS .....................................................................................................4 GRADING PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................5 ATTENDANCE .............................................................................................................................7 GENERAL CONDUCT ................................................................................................................8 PERFORMANCE & REHEARSAL ETIQUETTE ....................................................................8 PRACTICE ....................................................................................................................................9 MUSIC WING ..............................................................................................................................9 CLASSROOM RULES .................................................................................................................9 PERFORMANCE DRESS