dysphemism in Chinese
dysphemism in Chinese is 双曲线 — dysphemism means the use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.
dysphemism in Chinese
双曲线
Pronounced: shuāng qū xiàn
(uncountable) The use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.
What does "dysphemism" mean?
- noun The use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.
- noun A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way.
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What is "dysphemism" in Chinese?
"dysphemism" in Chinese is 双曲线. dysphemism means: The use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.
How do you pronounce 双曲线?
"dysphemism" in Chinese is 双曲线, pronounced "shuāng qū xiàn".
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