Which linguistic technique did the brand 'Häagen-Dazs' use to increase perceived value, despite being created in the Bronx and having no actual meaning in any language?

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Foreign branding: creating a name that sounds Scandinavian to leverage positive stereotypes about European quality
Phonetic symbolism: using specific vowel sounds that consumers subconsciously associate with richness and creaminess
Semantic transparency: choosing a name that directly communicates the product's key attributes through recognizable word parts
Sound symbolism: incorporating the 'z' sound which research shows creates perceptions of speed and efficiency in Western markets