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euphemism in Portuguese

euphemism in Portuguese is eufemismo — euphemism means a mild or indirect word or phrase used in place of one considered too harsh, blunt, or unpleasant.

euphemism in Portuguese

eufemismo
noun

What does "euphemism" mean?

  1. 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 Portuguese?

"euphemism" in Portuguese is eufemismo. 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 Portuguese, "euphemism" is eufemismo.

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