Why do
this research topic?

I choose Analysis of the Function and Utilization of
English Euphemism as my research topic mainly due to the following reasons.
To begin with, euphemisms are used widely in the daily life, which means the
study of euphemism has practicability and examples can be easily found in everyday
life. Euphemism has such functions as taboo function, avoiding vulgar function,
politeness function, conceal function and inspiriting function. These functions
have their respective applied areas. What’s more, social and psychological
factors contribute to the creation and application of euphemism. I am
interested in these factors and their functional mechanism to make the euphemism
receiver more comfortable. Last but not least, euphemism is not only a figure
of speech, but also a reflection of society and culture. Studying euphemism can
benefit the learners’ understanding of English-speaking countries’ culture.

How do
this research topic?

I will do
this research topic by referring to relevant books and journal articles, relevant
application in movies, TV series and Television Programs, consulting
English-speaking people and inquiring the database and on-line resources.

This thesis
mainly includes seven parts, mainly focused on the modern English euphemism.

The first
part mainly introduces the origin, formation, development of euphemism.

The second to sixth parts describe five functions
of euphemism by providing examples in the applied areas.

The last part is the conclusion part, which
includes the significance of English euphemism for English language
learners and main functions in the applied areas.