The linguist explained the status of one rude word

The word "f..." (a crude designation for buttocks — Ed.) has long been a taboo word and is not included in the literary standard. This was stated to Izvestia on November 24 by philologist, linguist, and comparative scholar Alyona Popova.

Earlier, the media reported that the word "zh ..." (a crude designation for buttocks — Ed.) was allegedly "banned" in the Russian Federation, having been recognized as obscene in the updated version of the Explanatory Dictionary of the State Language of the Russian Federation of St. Petersburg State University (St. Petersburg State University). However, the updated version of the dictionary has not been published on the website of the Vinogradov Institute of the Russian Language. In the publication approved in June, there is no separate article for the word "w...", however, in the interpretation of the term "obscene", among the roots of obscene vocabulary, i -wop- is indicated.

"This word has not been banned "right now" — its existing status of rude, taboo vocabulary has been officially fixed in an authoritative dictionary. This is not a ban, but a fixation of the norm. The St. Petersburg State University Dictionary serves as a strict arbiter, reminding that, despite the frequency of use in speech, this word remains beyond the literary standard. This is a reaction to the blurring of language taboos in the public space," the expert said.

The linguist explained that for the media, the use of such words in direct form is still undesirable, primarily for ethical rather than legal reasons. Journalists are advised to use neutral language and censored ways of conveying speech: euphemisms like "in a desperate situation," abbreviated versions like "well..." or descriptive constructions. This approach allows you to keep the meaning and at the same time comply with the standard of business communication.

As for the further expansion of the list of taboo words, mass restrictions, according to Popova, should not be expected. The increased attention of dictionaries and regulators primarily concerns vocabulary related to physiological topics when it is used as an insult. Colloquial expressions that do not relate to this area are not at risk.

As the linguist emphasized, what is happening is not a sensation, but only a reminder of the need for careful handling of language.

On November 5, singer and composer Alexei Poddubny (Django) called for banning matting on stage. According to him, for many years the West has been conducting destructive work against young people through representatives of show business. The opinion has been formed that swearing during a performance is fashionable.