Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: S***

What does it mean?

This is a vulgar slang word with several meanings. When used for things, it most commonly refers to low-quality, poorly made, or useless goods/objects. It can also be used as a general term for 'stuff' or 'things' in a casual, slightly rough way.

Is it positive or negative?

It is intensely negative (when describing quality) or neutral/negative (when used as a general term for 'stuff'). Warning: This word is offensive/vulgar in formal settings.

When do you use it?

You use it informally and angrily to describe a product that has broken or is bad quality. You also use it as an exclamation to express frustration or surprise.

Examples

Example 1 (Low Quality): "I bought this cheap kettle last month, and it's already broken. It's just a piece of s***."

Example 2 (General Stuff): "Can you move all that s*** off the table before dinner"

Question for you

Do you think it's useful to learn how native speakers use strong words like s***, even if you don't plan to use them yourself?

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