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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15174844

Google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=ru&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=%22EUPHEMISMS+AS+A+TYPE+OF+SECONDARY+NOMINATION%22&btnG=

Zenodo community: https://zenodo.org/records/15174844

Nordic_press journal: https://research.nordicuniversity.org/index.php/nordic/article/view/2265

MAQOLANI YUKLAB OLISH

SERTIFIKATNI YUKLAB OLISH

REVIEW: 

The article presents a thorough and well-researched exploration of euphemisms as a key linguistic tool under the broader category of secondary nomination. The author examines euphemisms from linguistic, cultural, and pragmatic perspectives, demonstrating how language adapts to address social sensitivities and taboos.

Strengths:

  1. Clear Theoretical Foundation:
    The study builds upon the works of Yule, Crystal, Brown & Levinson, and others, providing a strong theoretical base in pragmatics and sociolinguistics.

  2. Comprehensive Scope:
    The article addresses euphemisms across a wide range of social domains, including death, bodily functions, unemployment, and social status, showcasing their functional and cultural diversity.

  3. Balanced Perspective:
    The analysis is nuanced, recognizing both the social utility and potential drawbacks of euphemistic language—such as its use for manipulation or obfuscation in political contexts.

  4. Cultural Sensitivity:
    The discussion includes references to both Western and religious euphemisms, showing a keen awareness of cross-cultural variation.

  5. Academic Language and Clarity:
    The article is written in a clear, formal academic style with logical progression and appropriate use of examples.

Suggestions for Improvement:

  • Empirical Support:
    While the theoretical analysis is strong, the inclusion of empirical data (e.g., a corpus analysis or survey on euphemism use) could further enhance the paper’s credibility.

  • Visual Aids:
    Tables or charts categorizing euphemisms by domain or function might help readers better digest the classification system.

  • Expanded Comparative Perspective:
    Including specific examples from Uzbek or other non-Western languages would enrich the contrastive and cultural dimension of the study.

Conclusion and Recommendation:

This article is a meaningful contribution to the study of euphemisms and their role in shaping polite and indirect communication. It demonstrates an excellent grasp of key linguistic concepts and offers insights that are valuable for scholars in linguistics, cultural studies, and language education. The content is original, relevant, and logically structured.