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ReS Posted 10 years ago
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Wheel chair access

Can I use handicapped access instead of wheel chair access? Are these two phrases in the same meaning?

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  • They have the same meaning, but the word 'handicapped' is no longer acceptable in polite society; it is considered offensive, a politically incorrect word.
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Hello, ReS—and welcome to English Forums. Thank you for registering as a member.
ReSCan I use handicapped access instead of wheel chair access? Are these two phrases in the same meaning?
They have the same meaning, but the word 'handicapped' is no longer acceptable in polite society; it is considered offensive, a politically incorrect word. Use 'wheelchair acc
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Thank you so much! I reviewed some hotels introduction still using "handicapped room", while other hotels prefer using "accessible room". So I'm so confused with them. It seems that "wheelchair accessible room" is appreiated.
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