Periphrasis
EN→ZH
What Does Periphrasis Mean?
- 旁敘
- 迂迴表達
- 繞圈子
Periphrasis Pronunciation
/pəˈrɪf.rə.sɪs/
Periphrasis Definition
noun
Definition
The use of indirect and circumlocutory speech or writing.
In ZH
使用间接和迂回的言辞或写作方式。
How to Use Periphrasis in a Sentence
- His periphrasis made the explanation unnecessarily complicated.
- Instead of saying 'no,' she used a periphrasis to avoid sounding rude.
- The periphrasis in his speech confused the audience rather than clarifying his point.
- They resorted to periphrasis to avoid addressing the sensitive topic directly.
- The author's use of periphrasis added a layer of sophistication to the narrative.