Exploring Terminology: Is service Providers' a More Polite Term than 'Prostitute'?

[Obvio-0bvio]

I have thought about it for a while! And now that someone pushed this thread to the top again, I'm going in.

I would say that the term "service provider" seems respectful, but because any business is a provider of something (Telus or Rogers are service providers), it takes everything away from what we actually do. The sexual aspect of our job is not mentioned, therefore it is respectable and polite. It's a prude term that I use on Twitter so my posts don't get concealed by the app.

I think "sex worker" is a respectful, neutral and inclusive umbrella term for all the possible jobs on the market. More importantly, it doesn't hide the fact that sex is work and should be accepted. Escort is good but only a category of sex work, same for stripper and pornstar. We all fit under "sex workers".

I forgot to add that in French service providers (prestataires de service) has no meaning for my job, it's not something you will ever hear. Travailleuses du sexe (sex workers) have the same meaning that everybody can understand in my two official languages.

In my personal opinion, using the term "service provider" instead of "prostitute" makes more sense as it is a neutral and non-stigmatizing term that focuses on the services being offered rather than defining someone solely by their occupation. This shift in terminology helps to redirect attention away from the negative connotations associated with the word "prostitute" and instead highlights the agency and Indy in the industry. Furthermore, referring to sex work as a form of labor acknowledges the exchange of services for compensation, similar to any other profession, and emphasizes that those involved should be entitled to the same rights, protections, and respect as other workers. By adopting the term "service provider," it also aids in combating the societal stigma and discrimination faced by individuals in the sex work industry, promoting understanding and challenging the stereotypes and misconceptions often associated with it. Ultimately, the preference for "service provider" reflects a desire for dignity, recognition, and a more inclusive and compassionate approach to discussing and understanding sex work

 

[Julia Sky]

And what about "client"? I just hate this term. It sounds like a dumb ATM

Do you feel the same way about any other business where you're the customer? Just curious ! Client and ATM are different words and it might be time to address why you feel this way. It's 2024, perfect year to stop wanting to be seen as our husbands

Yes I hide it. [...] If at my work they were to find out that I hire, and I'll use the terms you so much like, hookers, whores or prostitutes I will get fired. Remember that this is still a taboo business so I try to be the most respectful as I can.

I don't remember any lady on this post saying that we like when non-SWs use those words. We said the opposite. This isn't you being respectful at all. You couldve easily just said escorts or sex workers. Lol

 

[bodick7]

Do you feel the same way about any other business where you're the customer?

No, just because the exchange is quite different. I prefer by far seeing my favorite than the dentist.

 

[Julia Sky]

No, just because the exchange is quite different. I prefer by far seeing my favorite than the dentist.

Okay but you're still a client in both cases (well, a patient in medical setting but you get the idea).. If you're going to a restaurant you really like do you expect them to see you as their child because they're feeding you? No, you're still a client! Lol I don't understand what the problem is with the word client... it's not a slur.

 

[bodick7]

Okay but you're still a client in both cases (well, a patient in medical setting but you get the idea).. If you're going to a restaurant you really like do you expect them to see you as their child because they're feeding you? No, you're still a client! Lol I don't understand what the problem is with the word client... it's not a slur.

Obviously yes. Maybe a bit with repeats.

 

[AirBo]

Exploring terminology by genders, but in French:

Un gars : c’est un jeune homme.
Une garce : c’est une pute.​

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Un courtisan : c’est un proche du roi.
Une courtisane : c’est une pute.​

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Un masseur : c’est un kiné.
Une masseuse : c’est une pute.​

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Un coureur : c’est un joggeur.
Une coureuse : c’est une pute.​

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Un rouleur : c’est un cycliste.
Une roulure : c’est une pute.​

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Un professionnel : c’est un sportif de haut niveau.
Une professionnelle : c’est une pute.​

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Un homme sans moralité : c’est un politicien.
Une femme sans moralité : c’est une pute.​

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Un entraîneur : c’est un homme qui entraîne une équipe sportive.
Une entraîneuse : c’est une pute.​

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Un homme à femmes : c’est un séducteur.
Une femme à hommes : c’est une pute.​

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Un homme public : c’est un homme connu.
Une femme publique : c’est une pute.​

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Un homme facile : c’est un homme agréable à vivre.
Une femme facile : c’est une pute.​

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Un homme qui fait le trottoir : c’est un paveur.
Une femme qui fait le trottoir : c’est une pute.​

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Un péripatéticien : c’est un élève d’Aristote​

Une péripatéticienne : c’est une pute​

Le Français, c'est pas compliqué

And here is where I remind everyone that 1- This is a joke, and 2- I never use any other word than SP.

 

[Julia Sky]

Exploring terminology by genders, but in French:

This song omg lol you uncovered very old memories