Damn
History of Swear Words - S1 - E6
Though quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch even today.
History of Swear Words: Season 1 - 6 Episode s
1x1 - F**k
January 5, 2021
The silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.
1x2 - Sh*t
January 5, 2021
With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.
1x3 - Bitch
January 5, 2021
Though it literally means "female dog," in recent years, some women have started to reclaim the "B word" as a term of strength and solidarity.
1x4 - D**k
January 5, 2021
You can have one or you can be one. But how did an unassuming nickname for "Richard" become one of our most popular swear words?
1x5 - Pu**y
January 5, 2021
From its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.
1x6 - Damn
January 5, 2021
Though quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch even today.