Modern English Idioms: Wonderful Uses

Author: Liu Yanbin, (Australia) Wadeson (P. Wadeson) Editors
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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
Features: Idioms are an indispensable part of the languages of all countries and ethnic groups, rich in social and cultural connotations. In terms of vividness, conciseness, and frequency of use in English language expression, idioms should be the first choice. Idioms are the most frequently used linguistic elements in spoken communication in English-speaking countries. English idioms, on the one hand, have a long history, and on the other hand, new idioms emerge in response to social development while outdated ones fade away. English idioms are widely used by native English speakers, especially in spoken expression. Therefore, to understand their conversations and communicate with them, it is essential to possess a substantial number of idioms and the corresponding knowledge about them. Mastering a certain number of idioms is also very important for understanding English culture, society, and integrating into the community of native English speakers. The richness of the English language is reflected in various forms of expression such as idioms, metaphors, and euphemisms. This book mainly introduces the usage of English idioms.
I. What are idioms? Why should one learn English by mastering idioms?
II. Characteristics of idioms
III. How to improve English proficiency and level through idioms