English language has been enriched in its growth by the addition of a very considerable Romance or Latin element, and by a small proportion of words from miscellaneous sources. Hence it’s copiousness of vocabulary and its great power of expressing distinctions of meaning. It is particularly rich in idiomatic expressions, including peculiar uses of particular words, and also particular phrases or turns of expression which, from long usage, have become stereotyped in English. Idiomatic turns of expressions are usually forcible, terse and vivid; the same meaning could be set forth in some other way, but not with equal force and brevity. It is the idiomatic part of a language that is the most difficult part for a foreigner and master. This is a book explaining English idioms and phrases which will be a valuable help to those who wish to master the language.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR P.N. Gopalakrishnan
P.N. Gopalakrishnan, a distinguished teacher, did his Masters Degree in English Literature. He started his professional career as a lecturer in 1975 and served many educational institutions in India and abroad. He has been associated with a number of academic bodies and professional organizations. He also worked in the editorial board of a number of famous English magazines based in Chennai. He is the author, co-author and editor of about 25 books which includes 8 short stories, and published more than 100 research papers in reputed journals. Currently he is retired from the services and spending much of time for writing and social work.
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Idioms and Phrases
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1st ed.
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8172732732
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vii+192p., 23cm.
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