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How to pronounce “taboo”

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Pronunciation guide for taboo

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of taboo with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Teach girls bravery, not perfectionto fight against the menstruation taboo
Definition summary: An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.

Example 1 of 8

Teach girls bravery, not perfection

to fight against the menstruation taboo

[Noun]
An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
(in Polynesia) Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.
[Adjective]
Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
Culturally forbidden.
[Verb]
To mark as taboo.
To ban.
To avoid.

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