euphemism in Finnish
euphemism in Finnish is kiertoilmaus, eufemismi, kiertoilmaisu — euphemism means a mild or indirect word or phrase used in place of one considered too harsh, blunt, or unpleasant.
euphemism in Finnish
kiertoilmaus
(uncountable) The use of a word or phrase to replace another one that is more offensive, blunt or vulgar.
eufemismi
(uncountable) The use of a word or phrase to replace another one that is more offensive, blunt or vulgar.
kiertoilmaisu
(uncountable) The use of a word or phrase to replace another one that is more offensive, blunt or vulgar.
eufemismi
(countable) A word or phrase that replaces another in this way.
kiertoilmaus
(countable) A word or phrase that replaces another in this way.
kiertoilmaisu
(countable) A word or phrase that replaces another in this way.
What does "euphemism" mean?
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noun A mild or indirect word or phrase used in place of one considered too harsh, blunt, or unpleasant.
""Passed away" is a common euphemism for "died.""
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euphemism in a sentence
- "Passed away" is a common euphemism for "died."
- Calling layoffs "restructuring" is a classic corporate euphemism.
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What is "euphemism" in Finnish?
"euphemism" in Finnish is kiertoilmaus, eufemismi, kiertoilmaisu. euphemism means: A mild or indirect word or phrase used in place of one considered too harsh, blunt, or unpleasant.
How do you use "euphemism" in a sentence?
Example: ""Passed away" is a common euphemism for "died."" In Finnish, "euphemism" is kiertoilmaus, eufemismi, kiertoilmaisu.
Are there other ways to say "euphemism" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 3 translations listed for "euphemism": kiertoilmaus, eufemismi, kiertoilmaisu.
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