Euphemism in Arabic : Typology and Formation

Abstract

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