phrasing (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: frez
Definition
A short group of words that has a special meaning.
Examples
The phrase 'break a leg' means good luck.
I learned a new phrase in Spanish today.
That's a common phrase used in business.
How to Use phrasing
- phrase for (prepositional phrase)
- A phrase used to name or describe something. — "What is the phrase for 'thank you' in Japanese?"
- common phrase (collocation)
- A phrase that is used often by many people. — "That's a common phrase in English."
- learn a phrase (collocation)
- To gain knowledge of a phrase. — "I want to learn a new phrase every day."
Synonyms of phrasing
Words with a similar meaning to phrasing:
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