5 Common English Euphemisms

5 Common English Euphemisms

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video discusses euphemisms, which are words or expressions used to replace others that might be considered rude or unpleasant. The teacher provides five examples: 'between jobs' for unemployed, 'vintage' for old, 'five finger discount' for shoplifting, 'privates' for genitals, and 'birthday suit' for naked. The video concludes with a call for viewers to share euphemisms from their own languages.

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