Which linguistic phenomenon caused Chevrolet to rename its 'Nova' model in Spanish-speaking markets due to negative connotations?

In the world of language and linguistics, branding decisions can make or break a product's success. Companies invest significant resources in linguistic research to ensure their brand names resonate across cultures and languages. This poll tests your knowledge about a fascinating linguistic phenomenon that revolutionized how companies approach global brand strategy and naming conventions.

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False cognates - 'No va' in Spanish translates to 'doesn't go'
Phonological avoidance - 'Nova' contained sounds difficult to pronounce in Spanish
Cultural taboo - 'Nova' referenced a celestial event associated with bad omens in Hispanic cultures
Semantic narrowing - 'Nova' had become slang for a defective product in Latin American dialects