Tabu
noun
A social or cultural prohibition against discussing or engaging in certain activities.
In many cultures, discussing death is a tabu topic.
Usage tips
Neutral
cultural tabu, social tabu, religious tabu
noun
Something that is regarded as sacred and deserving of special respect.
The sacred sites of the indigenous people are treated as tabu.
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Formal
sacred tabu, spiritual tabu, revered tabu
noun
A social or cultural prohibition against discussing or engaging in certain activities.
In many cultures, discussing death is a tabu topic.
Usage tips
Neutral
cultural tabu, social tabu, religious tabu
noun
Something that is regarded as sacred and deserving of special respect.
The sacred sites of the indigenous people are treated as tabu.
Usage tips
Formal
sacred tabu, spiritual tabu, revered tabu
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand that what is considered 'tabu' can vary significantly across cultures.
In some cultures, eating certain foods is considered taboo.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Norms
Recognize that 'tabu' often reflects the values and beliefs of a society.
In many societies, discussing money is often seen as taboo.
Pro Tip 3/3Respect Boundaries
When in a new culture, be aware of topics that might be tabu.
Avoiding certain subjects in conversation can show respect.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand that what is considered 'tabu' can vary significantly across cultures.
In some cultures, eating certain foods is considered taboo.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Norms
Recognize that 'tabu' often reflects the values and beliefs of a society.
In many societies, discussing money is often seen as taboo.
Pro Tip 3/3Respect Boundaries
When in a new culture, be aware of topics that might be tabu.
Avoiding certain subjects in conversation can show respect.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand that what is considered 'tabu' can vary significantly across cultures.
In some cultures, eating certain foods is considered taboo.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Norms
Recognize that 'tabu' often reflects the values and beliefs of a society.
In many societies, discussing money is often seen as taboo.
Pro Tip 3/3Respect Boundaries
When in a new culture, be aware of topics that might be tabu.
Avoiding certain subjects in conversation can show respect.
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