Euphemism in Arabic : typology and formation

Abstract EN

The study starts with a theoretical review of euphemism in language in general .

It presents definition , etymology and purpose of euphemism .

It also sheds light on the linguistic and cultural relation of euphemism to other linguistic phenomena such as taboo, double speak and dysphemism.

Formation and Classification of euphemism are also highlighted. In the practical side of the study , some selected related examples of Arabic (standard and colloquial of Iraq and some other Arab countries ) are analyzed .

The researcher, finally , summarizes, in 12 points, his conclusions about euphemism in Arabic as revealed by the results of the anaylysis.