Analysis of Common Idioms Used Incorrectly

Author: Jiang Baoqi
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book selects and compiles 534 commonly used idioms that are easily misused. The entries are categorized and arranged in the order of the Chinese Pinyin alphabet. Each entry generally includes:
- Introduction to the origin and source of the idiom;
- Annotation of key words, explanation of difficult-to-understand citations, and interpretation of the overall meaning of the idiom. For idioms with differences in ancient and modern meanings, emotional connotations, and scope of application, comparative explanations are provided;
- Examples illustrating the common misuses of idioms, such as errors in understanding, pronunciation, writing, and pragmatic usage;
- Identification of the reasons for misusing idioms and suggestions for correction, along with positive usage examples.
The examples in this book are highly typical, especially in analyzing common misinterpretations that are often overlooked or mistaken by many. The book offers detailed and insightful explanations, backed by facts, demonstrating strong persuasiveness and practical value. It serves as an excellent reference for primary and secondary school teachers, editors, journalists, and other written-word workers. It is also suitable for middle and high school students to read.