SLANG-BASED EUPHEMISMS AS CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC MARKERS IN ENGLISH, RUSSIAN, AND UZBEK
Abstract
This paper explores euphemistic expressions formed through slang in English, Russian, and Uzbek languages. Slang euphemisms serve as reflections of youth creativity and sociocultural attitudes, often used to address taboo topics in humorous or informal ways. The study emphasizes how such linguistic elements enrich informal communication and reflect cultural dynamics.
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