How to Teach Euphemisms

By Brian Thompson

Instructions

How to Teach Euphemisms

Step 1:
Ask students to list some descriptive words that might be considered harsh or offensive to use.
Step 2:
Ask students how they might rephrase these words if they were trying to talk about someone politely.
Step 3:
Explain that these polite rephrasings are examples of euphemisms.
Step 4:
Have students make a list of harsh phrases or words, then come up with at least two less offensive alternatives to these words.

More Puppy Pages

How to Get Mom to Stop Using Cool Words

Instructions Step 1: Speak differently to your mother and minimize the amount of slang you speak with your friends when she's around. If she doesn't hear you speak in slang and acronyms she isn't likely to pick it up and use your language. Step 2: Tell...

Instructions Step 1: Lead by example. This age is not too early to begin open dialog with your toddler and explaining what's expected of him helps you to set limits. Model the behavior you wish your child to exhibit and clarify why certain behaviors are...

Instructions Step 1: Decide what language that you will be talking to your parrot in. It is very important to pick only one language to talk to your parrot in to start with. This is a key step so that you do not confuse the parrot. Step 2: Pay attention...

Instructions Things You’ll Need: Parrot Patience Quiet location within your home Step 1: Birds respond to words that are spoken that are laced with emotion. This is why so many birds can easily learn to curse. When people swear, they are typically...

Instructions Step 1: Notify your neighbors. Sometimes people don't realize that their dog barks when it is left alone because he is quiet when they are at home. Be polite and explain that the excess noise is really bothering you. Step 2: Talk with other...