phrase — a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit
Pronunciation (IPA): /freɪz/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's favorite phrase was 'Money doesn't grow on trees' - she said it every time I asked for allowance.
- I need to phrase my resignation letter so it doesn't sound like I hate my boss.
- The phrase 'Netflix and chill' has a completely different meaning than what my parents think.
phrase
NOUN[/freɪz/]
a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit
The phrase became famous around the world.
She wrote down a useful phrase for travelers. (WORDS + EXPRESSION = PHRASE → a small group of words that expresses an idea)
A powerful phrase stays long after the gaze fades away.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'phrase' and Latin 'phrasis', derived from Greek 'phrasis' meaning 'speech' or 'way of speaking', from the verb 'phrazein' meaning 'to speak' or 'to tell'.
Breakdown
phrase < Greek 'phrazein' (to speak/tell) + -is (noun suffix) = a manner of speaking or expression
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's favorite phrase was 'Money doesn't grow on trees' - she said it every time I asked for allowance.”
“I need to phrase my resignation letter so it doesn't sound like I hate my boss.”
“The phrase 'Netflix and chill' has a completely different meaning than what my parents think.”
“Students should learn common phrases for academic writing.”
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