声明
摘要
Abstract
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Research Background
1.2 Significance of the Study
1.3 Layout of the Dissertation
Chapter 2 Literature Review
2.1 Theoretical Foundation
2.1.1 Pragmatic Principle of the Formation of Euphemism
2.1.2 Pragmatic Function of Euphemism
2.2 An Overview of Study on Euphemism at Home and Abroad
Chapter 3 Definition,Classification and Formation of Euphemism
3.1 Definition of Euphemism
3.2 Classification of Euphemism
3.3 Formation of Euphemism
3.3.1 Formation Principles
3.3.2 Formative Devices of Euphemism
Chapter 4 A Study on the Differences in Cultural Connotation of English and Chinese Euphemism
4.1 Language,Culture and Euphemism
4.1.1 Language and Culture
4.1.2 Euphemism and Culture
4.2 Differences in Cultural Connotation of English and Chinese Euphemism
4.2.1 Differences of National Psychology
4.2.2 Differences of Religious Belief
4.2.3 Differences of Social and Family Hierarchy
4.2.4 Differences of value Orientation
Chapter 5 Conclusion
5.1 Major Findings
5.2 Implication and Suggestion for Cross-cultural Communication
5.3 Limitations
Bibliography
Acknowledgements