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The Use of Euphemism in Taboo Topics among Various Social Groups (Record no. 15757)

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100 0# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME
Personal name Castro, Ronald N.
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Title The Use of Euphemism in Taboo Topics among Various Social Groups
Medium [manuscript] /
Statement of responsibility, etc. Ronald N. Castro.
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Place of publication, distribution, etc. Magalang, Pampanga :
Name of publisher, distributor, etc. Pampanga State Agricultural University,
Date of publication, distribution, etc. February 2022.
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Extent 50 leaves ;
Dimensions 28 cm. + 1 computer disc (4 3/4 in.)
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Formatted contents note Very little research has been conducted in the Philippines on the use of euphemisms in relation to taboo subjects because taboo topic itself is rarely tackled. This study, thus, aimed to provide data about taboos and euphemism and to identify and analyze their use in spoken or personal interaction. Mixed method (that is quantitative and qualitative approach) was applied in this study which sought to ascertain which topics were considered taboo by the participants, which taboo phrases were used or heard during interactions among different social groups, and how they responded to such expressions. Findings revealed that the most mentioned taboo words are categorized under sex and sexual connotations, religion and religious beliefs and blunders, death and abortion, mental health issues, and profanity. Most of the participants have a negative feeling and reaction towards taboo words/phrases, especially in the presence of the family but less so when with close friends while the initial response/reaction would be to forbid through gentle advice the use of taboo words/phrases. In general, Filipinos' use of euphemisms when discussing taboo subjects reflects a desire to be polite/respectful and considerate of others' feelings in order to maintain harmonious relationships and avoid conflicts that may arise from the use of harsh words and expressions. Finally, the fact that some target respondents were still hesitant to participate indicates that Filipinos are not yet as comfortable expressing their thoughts, perceptions, and emotions about taboo topics.
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Personal name Leilani V. Agillon,
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