EUPHEMIZATION AS A MEANS OF REPLACING TABOO VOCABULARY IN THE PROCESS OF TEACHING RUSSIAN LANGUAGE

The thesis examines the phenomenon of euphemization as a linguistic and cultural tool for replacing taboo vocabulary in the process of teaching Russian as a foreign language. The study highlights the relevance of euphemisms in maintaining ethical communication and intercultural tolerance in multilingual classrooms. It discusses how euphemisms can serve as a pedagogical strategy for developing communicative competence, cultural sensitivity, and pragmatic awareness among foreign students. The author emphasizes the importance of integrating the study of euphemistic expressions into teaching methodology to help learners navigate social norms and avoid speech conflicts. The paper also explores the didactic principles of introducing euphemisms through contextual learning, role-playing, and comparative linguistic