British and American Idioms

Forschungsarbeit , 2010 , 11 Seiten , Note: 10

Didaktik für das Fach Englisch - Grammatik, Stil, Arbeitstechnik

People use idioms to express something that other words do not express as clearly or as cleverly. Often they use an image or symbol to describe something as clearly as possible and that make our point as effectively as possible.
An idiom is a group of words which, when used together, has a different meaning from the one which the individual words have. Many idioms are colourful and curious, and their origins are impossible to trace.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• What an idiom is
• Understanding and using of idioms
• Idioms reflecting events of the 17th century..
• Idioms referring to the 18th century...
• Idioms to the 19th century...
• Idioms referring to the 20th century
• Differences between American English and British English....
• Influence of the American English on the world of idioms.
• Conclusion.......

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research paper aims to explore the complexities of idioms in English, particularly focusing on the differences between British and American English idioms. The paper seeks to understand the history and development of idioms and their significance in communication.

• The nature and function of idioms in English
• The historical evolution of idioms
• The impact of cultural influences on idioms
• The differences between British and American English idioms
• The role of idioms in language learning and communication

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The introduction provides a general overview of idioms, highlighting their importance in expressing ideas and creating vivid imagery. It also emphasizes the challenges posed by idioms for non-native speakers. Chapter 2 delves into the definition and origins of idioms, explaining their metaphorical nature and the role of cultural and historical factors in their development.

Chapter 3 focuses on the understanding and use of idioms, emphasizing the importance of considering context, formality, and cultural nuances when using idiomatic expressions. It discusses the challenges faced by learners in mastering idioms and provides strategies for effective learning.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This research paper focuses on idioms, British English, American English, language learning, communication, cultural influences, historical development, metaphorical language, and idiomaticity.

• Hochschule: Latvijas Universitate
• Note: 10
• Autor: Violeta Polikarenko (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2010
• Seiten: 11
• Katalognummer: V169180
• ISBN (eBook): 9783640872732
• ISBN (Buch): 9783640872862
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: idioms, english idioms