Archives for Languages

Language and the Use of Euphemisms

A language is full of devices that may be used either with constructive or negative purposes. Different groups in societies often distinguish themselves by the way in which they use their words. These characteristics might be particular of one group, like teenagers using slang, or politicians using rhetoric to persuade and gain support, but many other times the language contains features that are used by almost every individual in a society. Even if unconsciously people use language devices such as euphemisms and metaphors n their every day speech. Read More