Quebec swears spread like Amazon rainforest

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Quebec has a large number of very special swear words. These words come from old Catholic religious terms.

These words often sound like church-related religious terms. But when people use them in anger, they become very offensive.

Experts have found almost 2,000 different sacred swear words. You can hear these special words often in daily life there.

Long ago, it was illegal to say these strong words. People sometimes used them to show their anger at the church.

Later, these words helped people share their unique culture. Today, they are an important part of Quebec’s history and identity.

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What are Quebec’s special swear words based on?

They come from old Catholic religious terms.

How many sacred swear words have experts found?

Experts have found almost 2,000 different sacred swear words.

Why are these words important today?

They are an important part of Quebec’s history and identity.

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