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idiom

[ˈɪdiəm]

idiom Definition

  • 1a group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words
  • 2a style or form of expression that is characteristic of a particular person, type of art, or group of people

Using idiom: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "idiom" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    'Kick the bucket' is an idiom that means 'to die.'

  • Example

    The phrase 'break a leg' is an idiom commonly used in theater to wish someone good luck.

  • Example

    In English, we use idioms like 'raining cats and dogs' to describe heavy rain.

idiom Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using idiom

  • an expression used to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance

    Example

    I'm so nervous about my audition tonight. - Don't worry, just go out there and break a leg!

  • hit the nail on the head

    to do or say something exactly right

    Example

    You hit the nail on the head with your analysis of the situation.

  • to reveal a secret or surprise by accident

    Example

    I was planning to surprise my sister with a birthday party, but my brother let the cat out of the bag.

Phrases with idiom

  • a daily feature on some websites or apps that presents a new idiom each day, along with its definition and usage examples

    Example

    I like to check the idiom of the day on my language learning app every morning.

  • a phrase or sentence whose meaning cannot be understood from the literal definition of the words used

    Example

    The phrase 'kick the bucket' is an idiomatic expression that means 'to die.'

  • learn idioms

    to study and become familiar with the idiomatic expressions of a language

    Example

    If you want to sound more natural when speaking English, you should learn idioms and use them in your conversations.

Origins of idiom

from Greek 'idiōma', meaning 'peculiarity'

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Summary: idiom in Brief

An 'idiom' [ˈɪdiəm] is a group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words. It can also refer to a style or form of expression that is characteristic of a particular person or group. Examples include 'kick the bucket,' which means 'to die,' and 'break a leg,' a common theater expression for wishing someone good luck. Learning idioms is important for sounding more natural in a language.

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