EUPHEMISTIC IDIOMS EXPRESSING THE CONCEPTS OF “BIRTH AND DEATH”
Keywords:
euphemistic expressions, social norms, taboo, literal interpretation, harshness, mitigationAbstract
In this article the euphemistic expressions are defined and analyzed in terms of “birth and death” concepts. They are mild or indirect terms used to replace words or phrases that might be considered harsh, blunt, or unpleasant. This article gives a closer look at euphemisms, their functions, and examples, especially in the contexts of sensitive topics like birth and death.
Downloads
References
Wierzbicka, A. (1991). "The Language of Emotions: A Conceptualization of the Language of Feelings." Journal of Pragmatics, 15(6), 777-786.
Terkourafi, M. (2001). "Euphemism, Taboo, and Political Correctness: The Case of Language and Social Change." Journal of Language and Politics, 1(1), 67-85.
Adams, M. (2001). "Euphemism: A Study of Language, Meaning, and Culture." Language Sciences, 23(2), 195-212.
Curzan, A., & Adams, M. (2006). "The Study of Euphemisms: A Linguistic Perspective." Language Awareness, 15(3), 200-214.
Koller, V. (2008). "The Use of Euphemism in Political Language: A Critical Discourse Analysis." Discourse & Society, 19(4), 437-459.
