idiom (Latin : idioma, "special property", from Greek : ἰδίωμα – idíōma, "special feature, special phrasing, a peculiarity", f.
Greek : ἴδιος – ídios , "one’s own") is a phrase or a fixed expression that has a figurative , or sometimes literal, meaning. An idiom's figurative meaning is different from the
literal meaning. [1] There are thousands of idioms, and they occur frequently in all languages. It is estimated that there are at least twenty-five thousand idiomatic.
Every language has its own collection of wise sayings. They offer advice about how to live and also transfer some underlying ideas, principles and values of a given culture / society. These sayings are called "idioms" - or proverbs if they are longer. These combinations of words have (rarely complete sentences)
Example
A hot potato
Speak of an issue (mostly current) which many people are talking about and which is usually disputed A penny for your thoughts
A way of asking what someone is thinking
Actions speak louder than words
People's intentions can be judged better by what they do than what they say.
Add insult to injury
To further a loss with mockery or indignity; to worsen an unfavorable situation.
An arm and a leg
Very expensive or costly. A large amount of money.
At the drop of a hat
Meaning: without any hesitation; instantly.
Back to the drawing board
When an attempt fails and it's time to start all over.
Ball is in your court
It is up to you to make the next decision or step.
Greek : ἴδιος – ídios , "one’s own") is a phrase or a fixed expression that has a figurative , or sometimes literal, meaning. An idiom's figurative meaning is different from the
literal meaning. [1] There are thousands of idioms, and they occur frequently in all languages. It is estimated that there are at least twenty-five thousand idiomatic.
Every language has its own collection of wise sayings. They offer advice about how to live and also transfer some underlying ideas, principles and values of a given culture / society. These sayings are called "idioms" - or proverbs if they are longer. These combinations of words have (rarely complete sentences)
Example
A hot potato
Speak of an issue (mostly current) which many people are talking about and which is usually disputed A penny for your thoughts
A way of asking what someone is thinking
Actions speak louder than words
People's intentions can be judged better by what they do than what they say.
Add insult to injury
To further a loss with mockery or indignity; to worsen an unfavorable situation.
An arm and a leg
Very expensive or costly. A large amount of money.
At the drop of a hat
Meaning: without any hesitation; instantly.
Back to the drawing board
When an attempt fails and it's time to start all over.
Ball is in your court
It is up to you to make the next decision or step.
