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  1. 16-Mar-2007, 16:55 #1
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    Red face Idioms

    Is there any other way of knowing the meanings of idioms other than learning them by heart?Can u provide a sample question?


    Thanks!!!
  2. 16-Mar-2007, 18:38 #2
    Anglika
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    Context can help, but basically you have to learn them by rote.
  3. 17-Mar-2007, 05:45 #3
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    ...or go to an English-speaking country for a long stay.
  4. 17-Mar-2007, 09:20 #4
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    Default Re: Idioms

    You may also try to infer meaning by translating them into your mothertongue. But it doesn't work everytime.
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