English–French
“euphemism” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/øfemizm/
Example
Il a utilisé un euphémisme pour parler de sa maladie.
He used a euphemism to talk about his illness.
How to say “euphemism” in French
“Euphemism” in French is euphémisme.
A verbal cushion placed between a listener and a harsh or upsetting reality.
Example sentences with euphémisme
Pour ne pas blesser, il a employé un euphémisme.
To avoid hurting anyone, he used a euphemism.
Tips for using euphémisme
- Euphémisme is masculine, so the standard article is un euphémisme.