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powerpoint presentation phraseological units and idioms. boytemirova munira 1. defining phraseological units and idioms 2. types and characteristics 3. usage and significance plan: introduction to phraseological units and idioms phraseological units, unlike single words, function as single semantic units. their meaning often isn't derived from the literal meanings of the 2+ individual words contained within the phrase. idioms are a subset of phraseological units where the meaning is non-compositional. for example, 'kick the bucket' has 0 connection to literal kicking or buckets; it means 'to die'. defining phraseological units: key characteristics phraseological units exhibit semantic opacity, meaning the overall meaning cannot be easily derived from the literal definitions of the 2 or more individual words comprising it. idioms exemplify this characteristic. stability of lexical components is a key trait; altering even 1 or 2 words often destroys the meaning and the impact of the phraseological unit, distinguishing them from free …
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urally, phraseological units can be classified into **3 main types**: phrases (word groups), clauses (subject-verb units), and sentences, depending on their grammatical complexity, like "raining cats and dogs". semantically, **total idioms (type 1)** are non-compositional, meaning the phrase's meaning has nothing to do with the literal meanings of individual words; for instance, consider "kick the bucket". idiom formation: historical and cultural context many idioms originate from historical events; for example, "crossing the rubicon" references julius caesar's defiance in 49 bc, signifying an irreversible commitment. cultural practices deeply influence idiom creation; "raining cats and dogs" from 17th-century england alludes to poor drainage where animal carcasses washed away during storms. functions of phraseological units in language phraseological units act as intensifiers, amplifying descriptions with vividness beyond literal terms. for instance, saying someone is 'over the moon' offers a more powerful image than simply stating they are happy. these units serve an illustrative …
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knowledge; only around 15% of people might understand its meaning without context. phraseological units across languages: translation challenges literal translations often fail because the combined meaning of the component words (e.g., 'kick the bucket') differs drastically from the phrase's actual meaning. this presents a significant problem during cross-linguistic transfer. languages showcase varying degrees of phraseological congruence; idiom a in language 1 may find a near-equivalent in language 2, or several partial equivalents, making choice and contextual awareness paramount for translators. idioms and figurative language: metaphor, metonymy, and more metonymy, a type of figurative language, uses one thing to represent something closely associated, like "the crown" to mean the monarchy; it is distinct from metaphor's indirect 2-part comparison. idioms often exploit metaphorical and metonymic processes, where abstract meanings arise from concrete images. for example, "hit the books" uses 'hit' and 'books' for studying hard, conveying a vivid, related action. phraseological units …
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mmunication relies on familiar, established phrases, enhancing comprehension and reflecting shared cultural narratives over time. fixed expressions, with their nuanced meanings beyond literal interpretations, continue evolving. new idioms emerge at a rate of 1-2 per decade, demonstrating linguistic creativity. thank you for your attention image4.png image6.jpg image7.jpg image8.jpg image9.jpg image10.jpg image11.jpg image12.jpg image13.jpg image14.jpg image15.jpg image16.jpg image17.jpg image18.jpg image19.jpg image3.jpeg
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powerpoint presentation phraseological units and idioms. boytemirova munira 1. defining phraseological units and idioms 2. types and characteristics 3. usage and significance plan: introduction to phraseological units and idioms phraseological units, unlike single words, function as single semantic units. their meaning often isn't derived from the literal meanings of the 2+ individual words contained within the phrase. idioms are a subset of phraseological units where the meaning is non-compositional. for example, 'kick the bucket' has 0 connection to literal kicking or buckets; it means 'to die'. defining phraseological units: key characteristics phraseological units exhibit semantic opacity, meaning the overall meaning cannot be easily derived from the literal definitions of the 2 or mor...

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