摘要
As a cultural phenomenon,euphemism is categorized as a linguistic concept as well.Euphemism means speaking with good words or in a pleasant manner.The social functions of euphemism are:substitution of taboo words,strategic use of language,and expression of politeness,humor and satire.Besides,euphemism is closely associated with cooperative principle in pragmatics.
As a cultural phenomenon, euphemism is categorized as a linguistic concept as well. Euphemism means speaking with good words or in a pleasant manner. The social functions of euphemism are： substitution of taboo words, strategic use of language, and expression of politeness, humor and satire. Besides, euphemism is closely associated with cooperative principle in pragmatics.
