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Idiomatic expressions are phrases or sentences that have a ______ meaning different from the literal meaning of the individual words.
Idiomatic expressions are phrases or sentences that have a ______ meaning different from the literal meaning of the individual words.
figurative
Idiomatic expressions often rely on ______ cultural knowledge or experience.
Idiomatic expressions often rely on ______ cultural knowledge or experience.
shared
Hyperbole idioms exaggerate a statement for ______.
Hyperbole idioms exaggerate a statement for ______.
emphasis
The idiom 'break a ______' means good luck.
The idiom 'break a ______' means good luck.
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The idiom 'bite off more than you can ______' means to take on more responsibility than you can handle.
The idiom 'bite off more than you can ______' means to take on more responsibility than you can handle.
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Idiomatic expressions can be ______ or formal, depending on the context.
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Study Notes
Idiomatic Expressions
Definition
- Idiomatic expressions are phrases or sentences that have a figurative meaning different from the literal meaning of the individual words.
- They are often culturally specific and can be difficult to translate.
Characteristics
- Use figurative language (metaphors, similes, hyperbole, etc.)
- Have a non-literal meaning that differs from the literal meaning of the individual words
- Often rely on shared cultural knowledge or experience
- Can be informal or formal, depending on the context
Types of Idiomatic Expressions
- Metaphorical idioms: compare two things without using "like" or "as" (e.g., "He's a shining light in a dark room")
- Simile idioms: compare two things using "like" or "as" (e.g., "He runs like a cheetah")
- Hyperbole idioms: exaggerate a statement for emphasis (e.g., "I'm so hungry I could eat a whole elephant")
- Phrasal verbs: idiomatic expressions that combine a verb with a preposition or adverb (e.g., "pick up", "get on")
Examples of Idiomatic Expressions
- Rain cats and dogs: rain very heavily
- Break a leg: good luck
- Bite off more than you can chew: take on more responsibility than you can handle
- Cost an arm and a leg: be very expensive
- Cut to the chase: get to the point or the most important part of a conversation
Learning and Using Idiomatic Expressions
- Learn idioms in context to understand their meanings and usage
- Practice using idioms in everyday conversation to improve fluency and naturalness
- Be aware of cultural differences in idiomatic expressions to avoid misunderstandings
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Learn about idiomatic expressions, including their definition, characteristics, types, and examples. Improve your understanding and usage of idioms in everyday conversation.