Confusing Euphemisms In The English Language [Infographic]

Matt Zajechowski https://preply.com 1m 129 #euphemism

The views of this article are the perspective of the author and may not be reflective of Confessions of the Professions.

The most confusing euphemisms in the English language

Euphemisms are often meant to soften the blow of a word or phrase that might be inappropriate to use.

Preply surveyed 1,000 Americans to find out why they use euphemisms and how they feel about them as well as the most confusing euphemism in each state.

Findings:

• More than 9 in 10 Americans (94%) use euphemisms and 57% use them in most or all of their everyday conversations.
• 73% said they’d rather use a euphemism than say what they mean in a social situation.
• Despite Americans’ preference for using euphemisms, nearly 3 in 5 admit to using a euphemism without knowing its meaning.
• The most confusing euphemisms nationally:
  1. Frumpy (old fashioned)
  2. Monday morning quarterback (someone who criticizes after the event)
  3. Economical (cheap)

Take a look at the full report.

(