In daily communication, English euphemism is both a common linguistic and cultural phenomenon. In general, those disgusting, terrifying and unpleasant facts can be covered and those defacing, embarrassing things can b...In daily communication, English euphemism is both a common linguistic and cultural phenomenon. In general, those disgusting, terrifying and unpleasant facts can be covered and those defacing, embarrassing things can be hidden by the use of euphemism. The originality of this paper lies in the study of English euphemism from the perspective of pragmatics. It discusses some fundamental knowledge and the pragmatic functions of English euphemism.展开更多
There are many euphemisms in both English and Chinese languages,the usage of euphemism is determined by the culture in which it exists.It is very difficult to realize the acceptable translation of euphemisms in cross ...There are many euphemisms in both English and Chinese languages,the usage of euphemism is determined by the culture in which it exists.It is very difficult to realize the acceptable translation of euphemisms in cross cultural communication,for the reason that differences and similarities are existing between Chinese and English euphemisms.This paper aims to explore on how to realization of the translation of euphemisms in the E-C/C-E translation work.展开更多
The euphemism is a phenomenon of language variation with different language varieties. And this phenomenon is closely related with social context. Register, as a concrete representation of context, especially its teno...The euphemism is a phenomenon of language variation with different language varieties. And this phenomenon is closely related with social context. Register, as a concrete representation of context, especially its tenor of discourse, makes great influence on what kind of euphemism and what level of euphemism people will use to achieve effective communication. Therefore, euphemism as language variation will be analyzed from the perspective of tenor of discourse in Halliday's Register Theory in order to enhance learners' pragmatic awareness and pragmatic competence when learning English euphemism or in daily communication.展开更多
Euphemism is a common phenomenon in languages.It's a more mild and polite way to say something unpleasant and embarrassing.It's a figure of speech as well as a cultural phenomenon.Euphemism functions to enhanc...Euphemism is a common phenomenon in languages.It's a more mild and polite way to say something unpleasant and embarrassing.It's a figure of speech as well as a cultural phenomenon.Euphemism functions to enhance the effect of communication and maintain harmonious interpersonal relations.With the development of modern society,it has become an indispensable element in people's interactions.Many linguists and scholars have studied this linguistic phenomenon from different angles.Based on their achievements,the author has a tentative analysis of the three kinds of negative effects by using euphemism from the perspective of Cooperative Principle.展开更多
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,stra...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.展开更多
Death euphemism is a pervasive language phenomenon,which is typical in the euphemism. This artical attempts to adopt Fauconnier and Turner's conceptual blending theory to illustrate the meaning construction and th...Death euphemism is a pervasive language phenomenon,which is typical in the euphemism. This artical attempts to adopt Fauconnier and Turner's conceptual blending theory to illustrate the meaning construction and the cognitive interpretation of English death euphemism,and tries to explore its cognitive mechanism in order to provide a new theoretical perspective for its development.展开更多
Euphemism exists in all languages and cultures, Chinese is no exception. This article aims at analyzing Chinese euphemism both from its classification and its pragmatic function. Analysis shows that Chinese euphemism ...Euphemism exists in all languages and cultures, Chinese is no exception. This article aims at analyzing Chinese euphemism both from its classification and its pragmatic function. Analysis shows that Chinese euphemism could be roughly classified into the following classes: euphemism avoiding taboo words; euphemism avoiding vulgarity; euphemism reducing or concealing disadvantages and euphemism showing one's respect. Most of the Chinese euphemisms function at the expense of any maxim or maxims of the CP principle, while almost all of the euphemisms work in conformity with the PP principle.展开更多
Since language is a carrier of culture, euphemism is both a linguistic phenomenon and a cultural phenomenon. As an indispensable part of language, it truly reflects people's life and value through history. People ...Since language is a carrier of culture, euphemism is both a linguistic phenomenon and a cultural phenomenon. As an indispensable part of language, it truly reflects people's life and value through history. People in different countries adopt different attitudes towards the same taboo. This paper attempts to analyze the cultural connotations of English and Chinese euphemism and try to help people understand the communicative functions of euphemism.展开更多
This paper aims at the discussion of the origin and introduction and applications of euphemism from different aspects.It also deals with the violation of the Cooperative Principles of euphemism from the point of view ...This paper aims at the discussion of the origin and introduction and applications of euphemism from different aspects.It also deals with the violation of the Cooperative Principles of euphemism from the point of view of pragmatic study with the purpose of giving people pieces of advice on how to use euphemism wisely and effectively.展开更多
Euphemism is not only a linguistic phenomenon, but also a social and cultural one. This paper introduces fundamental knowl edge of euphemism and attempts to compare the similarities between the English euphemism and C...Euphemism is not only a linguistic phenomenon, but also a social and cultural one. This paper introduces fundamental knowl edge of euphemism and attempts to compare the similarities between the English euphemism and Chinese euphemism from four aspects. It concludes by affirming that though belonging to different language systems, the two euphemisms share many common features in terms of the purpose of use, the range of use, the style as well as formation.展开更多
The word“euphemism”comes from the Greek,eu--means“good”,and–pheme-,“speech”or“saying”,and together it means literally“to speak with good words or in a pleasant manner”.Euphemism,as a cultural phenomenon as ...The word“euphemism”comes from the Greek,eu--means“good”,and–pheme-,“speech”or“saying”,and together it means literally“to speak with good words or in a pleasant manner”.Euphemism,as a cultural phenomenon as well as a linguistic concept,has attracted people’s attention for a long time.It has long been a topic of much interest.In every society there are certain things that are supposed to be unspeakable.Many words make someone embarrassed,unhappy,dislike or fear when used in communication.If we express the meaning directly,we will make such impression which is vulgar,frivolous,and impolite.In order to avoid the embarrassment or ease the sting of harsh words,man has created euphemisms.展开更多
In linguistic communication, euphemism is a lubricant, whereas the politeness principle is a norm of moderating linguistic behavior. This paper aims to analyze the euphemism and the politeness principle, showing the r...In linguistic communication, euphemism is a lubricant, whereas the politeness principle is a norm of moderating linguistic behavior. This paper aims to analyze the euphemism and the politeness principle, showing the relationship between euphemism and the politeness principle. In order to help people know how to behave in the daily communication and make their talk more effective.展开更多
As a linguistic phenomenon, euphemism exists in all kinds of languages, so it is widely used by various circles of society. It is not only a linguistic phenomenon, but also a kind of social phenomenon, which is a refl...As a linguistic phenomenon, euphemism exists in all kinds of languages, so it is widely used by various circles of society. It is not only a linguistic phenomenon, but also a kind of social phenomenon, which is a reflection of the social culture in the language. Euphemism has already penetrated into all aspects of daily life, and reflected different national psychologies and cultural differences. As the development of the society and human civilization and the accelerated process of economic globalization, the role euphemism plays in human communication especially in cross-cultural communication has been increasingly prominent. Here a comparative study on English and Chinese euphemisms is made to help to be familiar with similarities and differences of the use of euphemism in English and Chinese languages so as to reduce errors resulting in cross- culture communication, and improve cross-cultural communicative competence.展开更多
Euphemism is a common phenomenon when people use language, which is not only a social language phenomenon,but also a cultural phenomenon. However, because of the differences of life habits, customs and the taboos of d...Euphemism is a common phenomenon when people use language, which is not only a social language phenomenon,but also a cultural phenomenon. However, because of the differences of life habits, customs and the taboos of different cultures,we must learn to use euphemism properly in order to avoid embarrassment or unhappiness in social communication. This paper explores and analyzes on the formation of English euphemism in terms of four main aspects, for the purpose of helping people to understand and use English euphemism better and appropriately.展开更多
This thesis makes a contrastive study of English and Chinese euphemism with an attempt to explore and demonstrate the differences and similarities between the two linguistic phenomena in the hope of enlightening and g...This thesis makes a contrastive study of English and Chinese euphemism with an attempt to explore and demonstrate the differences and similarities between the two linguistic phenomena in the hope of enlightening and guiding English learners a bit in their language learning,translation studies,cross-cultural communication。展开更多
With the rapid development of the society, people are expected to improve their language quality as well. So when people have to express something unpleasant, they prefer to employ some mild, implicit and euphemistic ...With the rapid development of the society, people are expected to improve their language quality as well. So when people have to express something unpleasant, they prefer to employ some mild, implicit and euphemistic expressions. Meanwhile,an increasing number of scientists indulge themselves in studying English euphemisms from different perspectives, such as linguistics, pragmatics, and psychology and so on. English Euphemisms applied in class can not only help create a relaxing and lively atmosphere but also protect the students' self-esteem and stimulate their interests in English. However, the researches on the effects of applying English euphemisms in English class are few. Therefore, Based on Face-saving Theory, this paper intends to highlight the importance of applying English euphemisms in English teaching.展开更多
Euphemism comes into being when people have to talk about something that are regarded as offensive or rude and so on,by the hearer.It is a language pattern people created in order to make their communication effective...Euphemism comes into being when people have to talk about something that are regarded as offensive or rude and so on,by the hearer.It is a language pattern people created in order to make their communication effective,and also harmonize interpersonal relationships.It is a rhetorical device as well as a cultural phenomenon.Due to differences in culture,the topics English-speakers are sensitive to are not the same in China.Sometimes differences in euphemisms lead to misunderstanding or even embarrassing results.Translating,as a bridge that combines tow languages,aims at facilitating international communication.It is hard enough in itself.Therefore,translating euphemisms is a very important but difficult part of it.That field has been explored by many people,but there are still so many aspects that are not concerned.Therefore,it is still worth studying.In addition,it will also be an interesting work to study the translating of English euphemisms because there are so much to consider,including many historical stories and traditional customs and so on.展开更多
Euphemisms play a very important role in communication.Through the analysis of the use of euphemisms in interper sonal communication,the importance of winning good communicative effect is emphasized.
English Euphemism is not only a social phenomenon, but also a lingual phenomenon. In social interaction, people have to use different words to convey their thoughts and ideas. However, some of the words are unhappy, i...English Euphemism is not only a social phenomenon, but also a lingual phenomenon. In social interaction, people have to use different words to convey their thoughts and ideas. However, some of the words are unhappy, impolite and embarrassed if directly spoken, which often make the communication unpleasant. In order to avoid the embarrassment or ease the sting of harsh words, man has created euphemism. In western cultures, people have been using euphemism widely in many different fields. This paper introduces the features and the applications of English euphemism, intending to help people better understand euphemism and make good use of them in real communication.展开更多
文摘In daily communication, English euphemism is both a common linguistic and cultural phenomenon. In general, those disgusting, terrifying and unpleasant facts can be covered and those defacing, embarrassing things can be hidden by the use of euphemism. The originality of this paper lies in the study of English euphemism from the perspective of pragmatics. It discusses some fundamental knowledge and the pragmatic functions of English euphemism.
文摘There are many euphemisms in both English and Chinese languages,the usage of euphemism is determined by the culture in which it exists.It is very difficult to realize the acceptable translation of euphemisms in cross cultural communication,for the reason that differences and similarities are existing between Chinese and English euphemisms.This paper aims to explore on how to realization of the translation of euphemisms in the E-C/C-E translation work.
文摘The euphemism is a phenomenon of language variation with different language varieties. And this phenomenon is closely related with social context. Register, as a concrete representation of context, especially its tenor of discourse, makes great influence on what kind of euphemism and what level of euphemism people will use to achieve effective communication. Therefore, euphemism as language variation will be analyzed from the perspective of tenor of discourse in Halliday's Register Theory in order to enhance learners' pragmatic awareness and pragmatic competence when learning English euphemism or in daily communication.
文摘Euphemism is a common phenomenon in languages.It's a more mild and polite way to say something unpleasant and embarrassing.It's a figure of speech as well as a cultural phenomenon.Euphemism functions to enhance the effect of communication and maintain harmonious interpersonal relations.With the development of modern society,it has become an indispensable element in people's interactions.Many linguists and scholars have studied this linguistic phenomenon from different angles.Based on their achievements,the author has a tentative analysis of the three kinds of negative effects by using euphemism from the perspective of Cooperative Principle.
文摘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.
文摘Death euphemism is a pervasive language phenomenon,which is typical in the euphemism. This artical attempts to adopt Fauconnier and Turner's conceptual blending theory to illustrate the meaning construction and the cognitive interpretation of English death euphemism,and tries to explore its cognitive mechanism in order to provide a new theoretical perspective for its development.
文摘Euphemism exists in all languages and cultures, Chinese is no exception. This article aims at analyzing Chinese euphemism both from its classification and its pragmatic function. Analysis shows that Chinese euphemism could be roughly classified into the following classes: euphemism avoiding taboo words; euphemism avoiding vulgarity; euphemism reducing or concealing disadvantages and euphemism showing one's respect. Most of the Chinese euphemisms function at the expense of any maxim or maxims of the CP principle, while almost all of the euphemisms work in conformity with the PP principle.
文摘Since language is a carrier of culture, euphemism is both a linguistic phenomenon and a cultural phenomenon. As an indispensable part of language, it truly reflects people's life and value through history. People in different countries adopt different attitudes towards the same taboo. This paper attempts to analyze the cultural connotations of English and Chinese euphemism and try to help people understand the communicative functions of euphemism.
文摘This paper aims at the discussion of the origin and introduction and applications of euphemism from different aspects.It also deals with the violation of the Cooperative Principles of euphemism from the point of view of pragmatic study with the purpose of giving people pieces of advice on how to use euphemism wisely and effectively.
文摘Euphemism is not only a linguistic phenomenon, but also a social and cultural one. This paper introduces fundamental knowl edge of euphemism and attempts to compare the similarities between the English euphemism and Chinese euphemism from four aspects. It concludes by affirming that though belonging to different language systems, the two euphemisms share many common features in terms of the purpose of use, the range of use, the style as well as formation.
文摘The word“euphemism”comes from the Greek,eu--means“good”,and–pheme-,“speech”or“saying”,and together it means literally“to speak with good words or in a pleasant manner”.Euphemism,as a cultural phenomenon as well as a linguistic concept,has attracted people’s attention for a long time.It has long been a topic of much interest.In every society there are certain things that are supposed to be unspeakable.Many words make someone embarrassed,unhappy,dislike or fear when used in communication.If we express the meaning directly,we will make such impression which is vulgar,frivolous,and impolite.In order to avoid the embarrassment or ease the sting of harsh words,man has created euphemisms.
文摘In linguistic communication, euphemism is a lubricant, whereas the politeness principle is a norm of moderating linguistic behavior. This paper aims to analyze the euphemism and the politeness principle, showing the relationship between euphemism and the politeness principle. In order to help people know how to behave in the daily communication and make their talk more effective.
文摘As a linguistic phenomenon, euphemism exists in all kinds of languages, so it is widely used by various circles of society. It is not only a linguistic phenomenon, but also a kind of social phenomenon, which is a reflection of the social culture in the language. Euphemism has already penetrated into all aspects of daily life, and reflected different national psychologies and cultural differences. As the development of the society and human civilization and the accelerated process of economic globalization, the role euphemism plays in human communication especially in cross-cultural communication has been increasingly prominent. Here a comparative study on English and Chinese euphemisms is made to help to be familiar with similarities and differences of the use of euphemism in English and Chinese languages so as to reduce errors resulting in cross- culture communication, and improve cross-cultural communicative competence.
文摘Euphemism is a common phenomenon when people use language, which is not only a social language phenomenon,but also a cultural phenomenon. However, because of the differences of life habits, customs and the taboos of different cultures,we must learn to use euphemism properly in order to avoid embarrassment or unhappiness in social communication. This paper explores and analyzes on the formation of English euphemism in terms of four main aspects, for the purpose of helping people to understand and use English euphemism better and appropriately.
文摘This thesis makes a contrastive study of English and Chinese euphemism with an attempt to explore and demonstrate the differences and similarities between the two linguistic phenomena in the hope of enlightening and guiding English learners a bit in their language learning,translation studies,cross-cultural communication。
文摘With the rapid development of the society, people are expected to improve their language quality as well. So when people have to express something unpleasant, they prefer to employ some mild, implicit and euphemistic expressions. Meanwhile,an increasing number of scientists indulge themselves in studying English euphemisms from different perspectives, such as linguistics, pragmatics, and psychology and so on. English Euphemisms applied in class can not only help create a relaxing and lively atmosphere but also protect the students' self-esteem and stimulate their interests in English. However, the researches on the effects of applying English euphemisms in English class are few. Therefore, Based on Face-saving Theory, this paper intends to highlight the importance of applying English euphemisms in English teaching.
文摘Euphemism comes into being when people have to talk about something that are regarded as offensive or rude and so on,by the hearer.It is a language pattern people created in order to make their communication effective,and also harmonize interpersonal relationships.It is a rhetorical device as well as a cultural phenomenon.Due to differences in culture,the topics English-speakers are sensitive to are not the same in China.Sometimes differences in euphemisms lead to misunderstanding or even embarrassing results.Translating,as a bridge that combines tow languages,aims at facilitating international communication.It is hard enough in itself.Therefore,translating euphemisms is a very important but difficult part of it.That field has been explored by many people,but there are still so many aspects that are not concerned.Therefore,it is still worth studying.In addition,it will also be an interesting work to study the translating of English euphemisms because there are so much to consider,including many historical stories and traditional customs and so on.
文摘Euphemisms play a very important role in communication.Through the analysis of the use of euphemisms in interper sonal communication,the importance of winning good communicative effect is emphasized.
文摘English Euphemism is not only a social phenomenon, but also a lingual phenomenon. In social interaction, people have to use different words to convey their thoughts and ideas. However, some of the words are unhappy, impolite and embarrassed if directly spoken, which often make the communication unpleasant. In order to avoid the embarrassment or ease the sting of harsh words, man has created euphemism. In western cultures, people have been using euphemism widely in many different fields. This paper introduces the features and the applications of English euphemism, intending to help people better understand euphemism and make good use of them in real communication.
