euphamisms for... you know

[Zach]

euphemisms for... you know

I got this from the 'Guide for Amateur Writers of Erotica'

and was wondering if anyone agrees with this. I'm on my first story and like to use both kinds of terms in writing, at least from time to time I'll call it a 'penis' instead of a 'cock' ect... just for variety. Any thougths?



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"It is perfectly acceptable to use words like "cock" or "cunt" when writing erotica, but if you do, use these words throughout the story. Don't suddenly switch to medically accurate terms like "penis" or "vagina." Likewise, if you use medically accurate terms, don't switch to colloquialisms part-way through. You want to avoid doing anything that will jar the reader and remind him or her that they are reading a story."
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[Keres_mi]

I for one...

... apreciate an author's attempt to broaden
the use of terminology. Even though I know I
fall into the trap in my own writing, I get
tired of seeing cunt, and dick, and cock every
other word. I appreciate creative metaphors
on the part of the author that also get the
visual point across.

Keres

 

[Bob Waters]

I tend to start with the 'softer' words and switch to the vulgar as the action heats up. I guess it's my Catholic upbringing but I sometimes get uncomfortable in having my characters use the word 'cunt' unless they're really going at it! lol. Dr. Freud, paging Dr. Freud. Repressed writer in exam room two.

 

[Cale Nevin]

Hey, well...

I'd actually agree with Lepeu on that. It just makes sense to me.

[&yeah, I'm new. Hi there. *waves*]

 

[Mr_Neb]

More euphamism problems

I think the alternatives for "penis" is an easier issue than for others (at least for me).

"Breast(s)" is hard for me to get my hands around . I don't like the word "tits" for some reason so there is little else to choose from.

"Ass" is another one. "Butt" just doesn't usually fit the context. "Buttocks" is better but verging on the anatomical. Don't you think.

"Anus" is another tight spot . "Ass hole" has too much baggage as an epithet.

The female lubricating secretions commonly known a "pussy juices" or just "juices" could use a set of alternatives as well.

"Cum" has alternatives for the male version (ejaculate, semen, etc.) but not so for the female. True? (I hate, and never use the words "jiz" or "jism".)

It's a tough job but some body's got to do it, right?

 

[Bob Waters]

For anus try 'rosebud' if you feel uncomfortable with ass hole. Personally, if I have a female character who I don't think would call it an ass hole I usually use anus.

Try boobs for breasts - I know a lot of women who refer to them as that.

pussy juice? love juice, wetness, dew, silky secretions?

wow, out of context these sure look strange LMAO.

 

[Miss Lizzy]

Boobies, Boobies Everywhere!

ahhhh ... speaking of boobies lol ..

BOOBIE ICONS

(o)(o) perfect breasts
( + )( + ) fake silicone breasts
(*)(*) high nipple breasts
(@)(@) big nipple breasts
oo a cups
{ O }{ O } d cups
(oYo) wonder bra breasts
( ^ )( ^ ) cold breasts (or happy to see me)
(o)(O) lopsided breasts
(Q)(O) pierced breasts
(p)(p) hanging tassels breasts
o)(o) bitten by a vampire breasts
\o/\o/ Grandma's breasts
( - )( - ) flat against the shower door breasts
< o >< o > electric shock breasts
|o||o| android breasts
(/)(o) scratched breasts (ouch)
(%)(o) extra nipple breasts
($)($) Jenny McCarthy's breasts
(^o)(o) zit on your breast
=( o Y o ) poses for BIG-UNS magazine breasts

 

[Guest]

Haha - I like you breasts, Miss Lizzy. I mean... uhm... your comedy breasts... oh, God... you know what I mean - your (o)(o)s.

Euphemisms - you cant use "cunt" and "vagina" in the same story? That's a stupid rule. I'm not following that. I actually like the word "vagina". Like Lepeu says, I tend to only use the word "cunt" when things are getting really frantic towards the climax of the story. Earlier I'll probably use "pussy", "vagina" or "sex".

Words I've used for vaginal lubrication - "honey", "wetness", "slipperiness", "juices" and "girlie-love" (I invented that one meself).

 

[Miss Lizzy]

You Talkin' bout my Boobies?

Haha - I like you breasts, Miss Lizzy. I mean... uhm... your comedy breasts... oh, God... you know what I mean - your (o)(o)s.

My, my aren't you the cheeky one Rog. ooooh wait a minute .. are those the "Perfect Breast" icons you used ??? ... hmmmm well ok you're forgiven ..

As for the word "vagina", personally I would never use it in a story .. find it a turn-off for some reason. Now the word "cunt" I find extremely hot .. (as in cunt juice) .. funny cause I used to think that word was vulgar .. now I just find it hot lol. Amazing how our outlook changes over time.

 

[Isabella Thorne]

"The Vagina"

... there is this X-rated sitcom that shows on The Movie Network in Canada called "Rude Awakening" .. it is so funny 'cause the alcholic nympho character played by Lynn Redgrave calls her sickenly conservative daughter-in-law "The Vagina" ... HA HA ... well at least she doesn't call her a cunt ... that really has to be the worst thing you can call a woman in my opinion ... but "The Vagina" .. man that is funny. LMAO

 

[Keres_mi]

Here's one...

...I've just come across the word "quim." I believe
it means pussy or clit or some such. I haven't found
it in any of my dictionaries.

Keres,

 

[Bob Waters]

LMAO

Girlie love!!!! that's awesome! Loved that one!

Quim is indeed yet another word for the bearded clam, the vertical smile, the female genitalia, or as my old girlfriend Lisa used to call it "My squishy"


"I found her in a hotel lobby, masturbating to a magazine."
Prince.

 

[enjuedevi88]

Verbiage....

I was just readin the kama sutra. "Lingam" is the Indian word for the penis, "yoni" is the vagina. I don't think "Ram my ass with your throbbing lingam" works, but yoni ain't that bad a word. Not as offensive as cunt, not as clinical as vagina. What do you think?

I still haven't found a good way to use that term, but it can be done. The kama sutra is beautiful!

 

[Oliver Clozoff]

"yoni" is the vagina... Not as offensive as cunt, not as clinical as vagina. What do you think?

I don't think so... sounds too much like "Yanni" and I don't know if it's possible to conjure up a quicker erection-killing image than that guy...

ok, maybe John Tesh.

 

[Flagg]

Before he knew it he was under a piano

How about "furry cup" (c.f. Ali G) as in "drinking from the furry cup"? Is that OK or is it too crude? I certainly wouldn't want to offend.

 

[Guest]

The Staines Massive Is Bigging It Up, Bwoy!

Lepeu - haha, glad "girly-love" tickles your fancy.

Flagg - 'Nuff respect, bro, for being the first to bring the philosophies of Ali G to the BB Massive!!

 

[Katerina Val-Kyrie]

My thoughts

I think the type of words you choose is part of your writing style. I myself write flowery romantic stories, so I use softer words. I find alot of words used in some stories harsh, but that is my opinion. Breasts is a word I use...never tits or boobs. Penis and vagina, not my preference. Without saying penis, you can say it in many other ways. I like manhood, shaft, full length, his thickness, throbbing member, etc...I also use cock but I try not to over use it in paragraphs. I do like that word though. Some tend to use harsher words to describe body parts, but that is an indiviual preference. Not everyone is comfortable using cunt in their stories. That is a word I do not use...I prefer softer words describing a woman's pussy. Her softness, eternal warmth, satiny soft etc, but again, thats just me.

But I think if you start with cock and pussy for example in a story you should stick to those terms. I mean you can use the words in other ways of course, but I think penis and vagina would disrupt the flow abit to much. Both terms are just too stark, but thats just my thoughts. Sorry to ramble...nuff said.

Hugs Katerina xox

 

[Gary1]

I like it all ... whether a prick is called a penis or a dick, or a woody doesn't matter. Different people call them different things and that's OK.

I think that I would be taken back if someone wrote in an erotic story the the man had an "intromittent organ" when referring to a penis, unless it was in the text of some scientific scenario.

I also would find it funny if the woman played with her lovers genitalia in preparation to copulating, although it could happen under certain circumstances and with the correct characters that would commonly use those types of vernacular.

It is not uncommon to see in romance novels the usage of "male member" to depict the cock. And again, in that text it sounds OK. Who would want to make the little church mouse that is reading the romance novel inbetween the covers of the bible or hymn book to blush during the sermon with more graphic terminolgy.

Most common folks like to use the common terms to describe a cock, dick, prick, or penis.

Now if you really want to have some fun ... include some names for your little man in the pants. Most of the Presidents of the United States have pet names for their private parts. Not that Mr. Jumbo and President Johnson were well known terms at the time, Ladybird certainly didn't mind if Mr. Jumbo visited other environments. Then there was the "slab of meat" that MacArthur referred to when getting home from war. Eisenhower always like to "park his car" in the garage when he got home. And Mr. Bojangles was Elvis's best friend.

As for me ... I am just a common folk ... and prefer the common stuff when referring to my phallus appendage.

 

[H. Crap Whitman]

Hmmph.

 

[Gary1]

Does this mean my "one eyed desert weasel" is out of fashion again.

 

[Budokan]

Trust your instinct when writing. Don't get too caught up in trying to analyze your style. Usually, your first instinct is the best.

 

[AnonOne]

This is an interesting discussion. Allow me to add the perspective of a person that teaches creative writing. Regardless of the format, erotica or "mainstream" fiction, you want to consider the full impact of the words you choose to use in your writing. First you need to worry about the semantic factor: does the word choice convey the exact meaning you want?

Next consider the aesthetic appeal. Is it artful? does it fit the rhythm and cadence of the rest of the words around it? Don't forget that alliteration can be used in prose as well as poetry for a desired effect. In short, writing can be compared to sex. If it feels good, do it!

I try to experiment with the various euphemisms to avoid redundancy, but often make the mistake of arriving at overwrought prose. It is a fine balance we walk when we write. Don't fret too much over your choices. Keep in mind that most readers edit by sight as they read, unless you jar them with awkward vocabulary. They tend to form mental images that make up for lack of description, and sometimes if you work too hard on descriptive words, you can interupt the natural flow they will use when reading your work.

--AUS