Until I was nine years old I thought 'cunt' was a term of endearment
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He recalls a childhood misunderstanding where he thought a vulgar slur was a positive term.
- In plain terms
- As a child, he mistakenly believed a swear word was used to show affection.
- What can you take from it?
- Childhood innocence can lead to funny misunderstandings.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What words did you misunderstand as a child?
Another view
It is a very short fragment with limited broader meaning.
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