Tinder Translator: An A-Z of Modern Misogyny

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Some of her observations are disconcerting, like the fact that there are men who are married, with children, looking for flings on the apps. Their profiles usually contain caveats about “Not judging before you know,” or words to that effect. But, as Mx. Barratt points out, “the oath taken said for better or worse,” which includes dry spells and postpartum recovery periods for women who maybe aren’t in the mood. But if marriage (like everything else bad) is the result of the patriarchy, why should anyone honor their vows? Her analysis seems derived from dialectical materialism (or at least the women’s studies derivation of it) and Georg Simmel’s theory of marriage as codified prostitution would seem to apply.

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Ignore the thousands of crying, angry, jubilant men in sports stadiums the world over – they’re not dramatic, they’re passionate. It’s likely a group of women behaving in the same way would be characterised as hysterical. Honestly the chapter where she translates "Looking to date and see what happens" was absolutely * chefs kiss * beautiful. Can't stop thinkin about it. The 10 funniest things I’ve seen on this internet, you say? No problemo. I’ve been training for this for quite a while. All those nights scrolling TikTok and giggling to myself before suddenly realising it is hideously late? They were research! In your face, circadian rhythms!Last but not least. It’s a horse. A horse called Steven. A horse called Steven playing dead. That is all.

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Feminism for me is the fight to dismantle patriarchal structures that impose false gender binaries, which privilege cisgendered heterosexual men whilst oppressing women and other marginalised genders. The patriarchy is intertwined with white supremacy (not to mention ableism, transphobia, homophobia etc) so feminism must be intersectional if it has a hope of dismantling these systems of oppression. Which “everyday sexism” really bothers you? Valentine's Day: "Thank you to the curfew which allowed us to" conclude "" ... The "lovers of confinement" tell their story Save Hold Your Nose and…Translate? to your collection. Share Hold Your Nose and…Translate? with your friends.In real life? My mum? Her life has never been defined by men, she has largely done what she wanted and she's generally a very wise badass! In terms of 'famous' feminists, Ruth Bader Ginsberg is pretty amazing. What is your favourite Feminist quote?

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For real though, she spits facts - most of these common phrases used on dating apps are men trying to shrink women into objects that have no emotions and no voice. Of course, you also get the other benefits; close friends stories and exclusive content. And my undying gratitude x The development of video chats or the geographic expansion of the research field has enabled large groups to retain their customers. Tinder Translator is a dictionary of douchebaggery for the modern dater – and a hilariously sharp read for all feminists – from Aileen Barratt of @TinderTranslators. It will make you laugh, sigh, think, and leave you feeling empowered and resilient.

Save Translate Arabic poetry by Haifa Aljabri with Nashwa Nasreldin to your collection. Share Translate Arabic poetry by Haifa Aljabri with Nashwa Nasreldin with your friends. Whenever I talk about raising the bar and not settling [in relationships], I always get responses along the lines of, “But what if I keep my high standards and don’t find anyone who meets them?” Some of the tools developed by the company may eventually be offered to users of the very popular dating app.