Identify the meaning of idioms and adages: set 1

Learning Objectives Define the terms 'idiom' and 'adage'. Differentiate between the literal and figurative meaning of a phrase. Identify the meaning of common idioms using context clues in a sentence. Identify the meaning of common adages and explain the advice they give. Use at least three new idioms or adages correctly in their own sentences. Explain how idioms and adages make language more colorful and interesting. Have you ever heard someone say it's 'raining cats and dogs' and wondered where the animals were? 🌧️🐈🐕 In this lesson, you will learn about special phrases called idioms and adages. These phrases don't mean exactly what the words say, but learning them will help you understand stories, jokes, and conversations like a s...

TermDefinitionExample IdiomA phrase where the words together have a special meaning that is different from the meaning of the individual words.The idiom 'a piece of cake' means something is very easy, not that you are eating a real dessert. AdageA short, wise saying that gives advice or states a common truth. It's also sometimes called a proverb.The adage 'The early bird gets the worm' teaches us that being early leads to success. Literal MeaningThe exact, dictionary meaning of words. It's what the words actually say.The literal meaning of 'spill the beans' is to knock over a container of beans. Figurative MeaningThe special, non-literal meaning of a phrase, often used to create a picture in your mind.The figurative meaning of 'spill the beans&...

Look Beyond the Words Don't take the words in an idiom literally. When you see a phrase that sounds strange, like 'bite the bullet,' ask yourself what it might really mean in that situation. Think about the feeling or idea it creates. Use Context Clues The sentence or story around an idiom or adage can help you understand its meaning. Pay close attention to the other words in the sentence. They often give hints about the figurative meaning. For example, 'I didn't want to tell the secret, but my brother kept asking until I finally spilled the beans.' Think About the Lesson Adages usually teach a lesson or give advice. When you read an adage like 'Look before you leap,' think about the general advice it's giving for life. It...