It’s not the only word that relationship experts have banned couples from saying to one another.

Earlier this year, it was revealed that we ought to steer clear of the seemingly innocuous ‘should’ as well.

Writing in Psychology Today, Jeffrey Bernstein explained: “We tend to “should” all over our partners. Even if we think we’re only doing so in the privacy of our own minds, it can come out in our tone or actions.

“Thinking should about someone you love, or being on the receiving end of a ‘should,’ creates negative energy and, over time, can be toxic for any relationship, especially a loving one.”

We guess we'd better buy a thesaurus and start brushing up on our synonyms; whoever knew that language could be so very important?

The one word you should never say to your partner