Bohrisms

Bohrisms are a collection of sayings, aphorisms, and observations attributed to the fictional character Borat Sagdiyev, a Kazakhstani journalist created and portrayed by Sacha Baron Cohen. These "Bohrisms" are characterized by their often offensive, politically incorrect, and culturally insensitive content, intended to provoke humor through shock value and satire. They typically reflect a warped or ignorant understanding of Western culture and societal norms, as interpreted through Borat's exaggerated and misguided persona.

The humor derived from Bohrisms often stems from the juxtaposition of Borat's naive pronouncements with the audience's awareness of social taboos and cultural sensitivities. They are frequently used in the context of Borat's mockumentary films, where his interactions with unsuspecting individuals highlight these absurdities. Examples include phrases that mock social conventions, express prejudiced views, or reveal a complete lack of understanding of common courtesies. The intent behind these sayings is to satirize not only cultural differences but also the prejudices and ignorance that can exist within any society. While often perceived as simply crude, Bohrisms are designed to be a commentary on xenophobia, misogyny, and other forms of intolerance by exaggerating them to a ludicrous degree.