Euphemisms
Idioms
Euphemisms vs. Idioms
Examples
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What is the main use of Euphemisms?
To be polite
100
Idioms are known as __________ language
(not meant to be taken literally)
Figurative language (not meant to be taken literally)
100
Is a euphemism is a type of idiom?
Yes, a euphemism is a type of idiom
100
Give an example of a Euphemism for Firing someone
200
Expressions used to ______ ___ ____ of a usually rude word
Expressions used to reduce the blow of a usually rude word
200
Translate the idiom to french "its raining cats and dogs"
It’s impossible to translate idioms. They are specific to a certain language.
200
Where can an Idiom be placed/added and under what conditions?
An idiom can be added anywhere if it’s used properly
200
Give an example of an idiom.
( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
300
Euphemisms and Idioms are used to avoid ___________ or _________ situations
Euphemisms and Idioms are used to avoid embarrassing or unpleasant situations
300
Words used in a sentence that do not mean what the _________ words mean themselves
Words used in a sentence that do not mean what the individual/specific words mean themselves
300
What do euphemisms need in order to make sense?
An euphemism needs context in order to make sense
300
Define the explicit vertion of "Big Bonned"
fat
400
Replace offensive words by ________ that are more politically correct
Replace offensive words by synonyms that are politically correct
400
Phrase meaning _________ while using other words that have _______ meanings
Phrase meaning something while using other words that have separate meanings
400
Give an example of both terms in one sentence
( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) (debatable)
400
Cool as a _________
Cool as a cucumber 
500
Correct the spelling mistake: Euphamisms
Euphemisms
500
Why do we use idioms? (name 1/3)
To say many things with just a few words
Help us enrich our language (nicer to listen to and funnier)
Be more confident with our target. “Being as cool as a cucumber”
500
Give an example of an idiomatic euphemism
“kick the bucket” (others could be accepted)
500
Fill in the blank and state if its an idiom of a euphemism: “If he be married, My grave is like to be my _______ ___.”
euphemism, Wedding bed