"euphemism" 怎么发音
word
YOO-fuh-miz-um
YOO-fuh-miz-um
释义
A euphemism is a mild or indirect word or expression used to replace one that may be too harsh, unpleasant, or embarrassing.
IPA 音标
美式英语
ˈjufəˌmɪzəm
英式英语
jˈuːfəmˌɪzəm
简化发音
美式
YOO-fuh-miz-um
英式
YOO-fuh-miz-um
语境中听
The phrase 'passed away' is a common euphemism for 'died'.
'Let go' is often used as a euphemism for 'fired' from a job.
People use euphemisms to avoid saying uncomfortable things directly.
Saying someone is 'between jobs' is just a euphemism for being unemployed.