A Linguistic Study of Cantonese Euphemisms
Words such as "big hotel," "dirty thing," "guest has arrived," "has intention," "safety paper," "exchange good luck" are all commonly used in our daily lives in Cantonese. However, these words are actually euphemisms that are used to avoid taboo or offending others. They are a form of indirect expression that is vague and convoluted, replacing direct expression of taboo words.
Although this book is the author's master's thesis, readers should not be intimidated by the title. The content is down-to-earth and is sure to bring a smile to readers' faces. Please read "A Linguistic Study of Cantonese Euphemisms" and appreciate the charm of Cantonese together.
Author
王晉熙
ISBN
9789888822188
Publishing/Printing Date
2022-10-06
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Language Learning
Red Publish
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