ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Chutzpah

Chutzpah is when someone has a lot of confidence and is not afraid to speak or act in a very bold way, even if it might seem rude or inappropriate to others.

Imagine you are playing a game with your friends and one friend keeps making up their own rules, even though everyone else says they're wrong. That friend has a lot of chutzpah because they are not afraid to speak up and try to do things their own way, even though it might not be the right way.

Sometimes people with chutzpah can be seen as brave and strong, but other times they can come across as bossy or rude. It's important to remember that having confidence is good, but we also need to be respectful and kind to others.
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