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经典文档 下载后可编辑复制 A Contrastive Study of Euphemisms in English And Chinese Abstract Euphemism exists in any language. Its one of the most important ways of expression and rhetoric devices in both English and Chinese. As an indispensable and natural part of language, euphemism has been arousing wide interest. Many linguists and scholars have studied this linguistic phenomenon. As a result, achievements in the study of euphemism have been conspicuous. Thus, on the basis of others’ researches, this paper aims at a comprehensive analysis of English and Chinese euphemisms by comparatively analyzing their differences in formation, culture and pragmatic function. I. Introduction Euphemism is a very important language phenomenon. It plays an irreplaceable role in human social activities and interpersonal communication. It can make distasteful ideas seem acceptable or even desirable, thus maintaining better social relationship and exchanging ideas. Euphemism is also a cultural phenomenon as well as a linguistic concept. Every language has its own euphemism, so do English and Chinese. It is deeply rooted in social life and has a great influence on social communication. As an indispensable and natural part of language, euphemism has attracted people’s attention for a long time. Euphemism has close relationships with culture, and it truly reflects the life and values of people and their history. With the development of economy and the policy of reform and open up, there have been more and more communications and cooperation. However, as people have little knowledge about others’ culture and their expressions of euphemisms, there has been difficulty in communication. Thus, there is a great need for us to study euphemisms, especially the differences between Chinese and English euphemisms. The study of Chinese and English euphemisms can help us understand the Chinese and western cultures and promote the international development. II. Euphemism (I)