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“euphemistic” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajienkyoku

Example

先生は婉曲な表現を使います。sen sei wa en kyoku na hyō gen o tsuka i ma su

The teacher uses euphemistic expressions.

Illustration for 婉曲 (euphemistic)

How to say “euphemistic” in Japanese

“Euphemistic” in Japanese is 婉曲 (enkyoku).

Presents a message through a softened, roundabout form instead of stating it in the most direct way.

Full entry for 婉曲: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 婉曲

断りの言葉を婉曲に伝えると、相手を傷つけにくいです。kotowa ri no koto ba o en kyoku ni tsuta e ru to ai te o kizu tsu ke ni ku i de su

Expressing a refusal euphemistically is less likely to hurt the other person.

Tips for using 婉曲

  • In formal Japanese, 婉曲 (enkyoku) often describes refusals or criticism that protect politeness by leaving the intended meaning less explicit.

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