Euphemism in Business Correspondence: Understanding and Translation Through Functional Equivalence

REWORDED ABSTRACT:

Business communication plays a crucial role in facilitating trade transactions, and the use of euphemisms is widespread in this context. As a result, it's vital to comprehend and translate euphemisms accurately in business correspondence. This paper aims to enhance readers' understanding of euphemisms in business English correspondence and improve the accuracy of their translations. Additionally, the paper analyzes the translation of euphemisms in business English correspondence through a functional equivalence perspective. The paper delves into the development and content of euphemisms, the characteristics and functions of functional equivalence, and how to apply functional equivalence to translate euphemisms more accurately in business correspondence. The ultimate goal is to ensure a more accurate understanding and translation of euphemisms in business communication.