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What is the defining characteristic of idiomatic expressions?
What is the defining characteristic of idiomatic expressions?
- They consist of a preposition followed by a noun or noun phrase
- They consist of two words or phrases linked by a conjunction such as 'and' or 'or'
- They have a figurative meaning that cannot be inferred from the individual words used (correct)
- They consist of one or more words that are idiomatic, while the rest of the phrase or sentence has a literal meaning
Why is studying idioms definition and examples crucial?
Why is studying idioms definition and examples crucial?
- Because they rely on context and cultural knowledge to be correctly understood (correct)
- Because they consist of a preposition followed by a noun or noun phrase
- Because they consist of one or more words that are idiomatic, while the rest of the phrase or sentence has a literal meaning
- Because they are deeply embedded in the language and culture that native speakers use
What distinguishes pure idioms from other idiomatic expressions?
What distinguishes pure idioms from other idiomatic expressions?
- They consist of two words or phrases linked by a conjunction such as 'and' or 'or'
- They consist of a preposition followed by a noun or noun phrase
- They consist of one or more words that are idiomatic, while the rest of the phrase or sentence has a literal meaning
- They have a figurative meaning that cannot be inferred from the individual words used (correct)
In what context are idiomatic expressions commonly used?
In what context are idiomatic expressions commonly used?
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Why are idiomatic expressions deeply embedded in the language and culture?
Why are idiomatic expressions deeply embedded in the language and culture?
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