The document discusses the term "slang" and its use in language. It defines slang as informal language that differs from standard English and notes that slang terms often become incorporated into standard English over time. The document also outlines classroom activities for students to identify, define and discuss their own examples of slang terms and whether certain slang should be included in dictionaries or restricted in educational settings.
The article "the" is used before nouns in several contexts:
- Before nouns that are specific or unique, such as names of places, organizations, rivers, mountain ranges, oceans, etc.
- For nouns referring to parts of the day (morning, evening), seasons, historical periods, and proper nouns with "of".
- When the noun is definite or specific within the context, such as "What is on the desk?".
The articles "a" and "an" are indefinite articles used before singular nouns when first mentioned. The definite article "the" is used for nouns after the first mention to make them specific. The zero article is used without an article
The document discusses giving advice and contains various statements of issues or problems people may have, such as being tired, hungry, or having a cold, as well as statements suggesting going to see a doctor for a cold.
This powerpoint presentation is best for approximately five minutes only because the details presented are limited. This is so to fit the presentation from the given time limit.
This document discusses English idioms, providing examples and explanations of common idiomatic phrases in 3 or less sentences:
- An idiom is a group of words that has a meaning different from the literal definition. Idioms are confusing for non-native English speakers as there are over 15,000 idioms used frequently.
- Examples of common English idioms are explained briefly, such as "get up on the wrong side of the bed" meaning to start the day in a bad mood, "curiosity killed the cat" meaning curiosity can get you into trouble, and "burning the midnight oil" referring to working late into the night.
- Ways to learn idioms include learning
Linking words are used to join clauses and sentences. There are three main types: conjunctions, sentence connectors, and subordinators. Conjunctions like "and" and "but" join two parts of a sentence. Sentence connectors like "furthermore" and "however" link ideas between sentences. Subordinators such as "although" and "because" join clauses.
This document provides instructions for students to:
1) Write down nouns formed from verbs using common suffixes like -ment, -ation, -ion, etc.
2) Build a chain linking the nouns from each suffix category.
3) Create and present a short story to the class using one noun from each suffix category.
To learn some British and American slang terms and practice them in sample
dialogues;
• To practice reading for general idea, listening for gist and writing skills;
• Practice the language of agreeing/disagreeing in speech
The document discusses the term "slang" and its use in language. It defines slang as informal language that differs from standard English and notes that slang terms often become incorporated into standard English over time. The document also outlines classroom activities for students to identify, define and discuss their own examples of slang terms and whether certain slang should be included in dictionaries or restricted in educational settings.
The article "the" is used before nouns in several contexts:
- Before nouns that are specific or unique, such as names of places, organizations, rivers, mountain ranges, oceans, etc.
- For nouns referring to parts of the day (morning, evening), seasons, historical periods, and proper nouns with "of".
- When the noun is definite or specific within the context, such as "What is on the desk?".
The articles "a" and "an" are indefinite articles used before singular nouns when first mentioned. The definite article "the" is used for nouns after the first mention to make them specific. The zero article is used without an article
The document discusses giving advice and contains various statements of issues or problems people may have, such as being tired, hungry, or having a cold, as well as statements suggesting going to see a doctor for a cold.
This powerpoint presentation is best for approximately five minutes only because the details presented are limited. This is so to fit the presentation from the given time limit.
This document discusses English idioms, providing examples and explanations of common idiomatic phrases in 3 or less sentences:
- An idiom is a group of words that has a meaning different from the literal definition. Idioms are confusing for non-native English speakers as there are over 15,000 idioms used frequently.
- Examples of common English idioms are explained briefly, such as "get up on the wrong side of the bed" meaning to start the day in a bad mood, "curiosity killed the cat" meaning curiosity can get you into trouble, and "burning the midnight oil" referring to working late into the night.
- Ways to learn idioms include learning
Linking words are used to join clauses and sentences. There are three main types: conjunctions, sentence connectors, and subordinators. Conjunctions like "and" and "but" join two parts of a sentence. Sentence connectors like "furthermore" and "however" link ideas between sentences. Subordinators such as "although" and "because" join clauses.
This document provides instructions for students to:
1) Write down nouns formed from verbs using common suffixes like -ment, -ation, -ion, etc.
2) Build a chain linking the nouns from each suffix category.
3) Create and present a short story to the class using one noun from each suffix category.
To learn some British and American slang terms and practice them in sample
dialogues;
• To practice reading for general idea, listening for gist and writing skills;
• Practice the language of agreeing/disagreeing in speech
The document discusses collocations, or words that frequently occur together. It provides examples of verbs that collocate with certain nouns, such as "perform an operation" but not "perform a discussion". Adjectives are also discussed, such as "high probability" but not "high chance". Finally, it discusses adverb and adjective combinations like "terribly sorry" and "highly unlikely".
Describing problems with past participle as adjectives and with nouns, describing problems with keep+gerund, need + gerund, and need + infinitive. Offering help, describing problems, expressing a preference, speaking frankly about a difficult topic, adding information
This document provides examples of how to make and respond to suggestions in English. It lists common phrases used to make suggestions, such as "I think we should..." and "Why don't we...", and positive responses like "That's a good idea" and "Yeah, why not?". It also gives an example of making an alternative suggestion using phrases like "Why don't we...instead?" and "How about...instead?".
Formal and Informal Greeting ExpressionsDoc'Langues
This document provides common English greetings organized into three categories: informal greetings like "Hi" and "Hello", greetings for someone you know well like "What's up?" and "What's new?", and formal greetings such as "Good morning" and "Good afternoon." It introduces basic English vocabulary for greetings in different situations.
The document discusses adverbs of frequency and their usage. It provides examples of common adverbs like always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely and never. It explains that adverbs of frequency come after forms of the verb "to be" and usually before other verbs. It also notes that sometimes and usually can be used at the beginning or end of sentences. The document includes examples asking about study habits using adverbs of frequency and questions using "ever" and "how often". It provides practice activities for readers to use these adverbs correctly.
An onomatopoeia is a word that imitates or suggests the source of the sound that it makes. The document provides examples of onomatopoeic words like splash, boom, honk, moo, neigh, clap, waah, quack, shhh, ruuff, and meow that mimic the sounds made by things like water, thunder, cars, cows, horses, babies, ducks, kids, dogs, and cats. It includes a poem and exercises to help identify onomatopoeic words.
This photo shows someone asking another person for advice or help. They may be asking how to do something or for suggestions on a task. The person could politely ask what the other thinks is happening in the photo and how they could request assistance.
1. The document provides examples of common English expressions used in conversation. It discusses expressions used to transition between topics, share opinions, and modify or clarify information.
2. Examples are given for expressions like "as I was saying," "speaking of," "if you ask me," and "that reminds me." Modifying expressions include "if worst comes to worst" and "when it comes to."
3. General expressions and their meanings are also explained, such as "never mind," "to pass away," "been there, done that," and "no wonder."
This document discusses imperative sentences, which give advice, instructions, requests or commands. Imperatives are used with the second person "you" singular or plural, or first person plural "we/us". Affirmative imperatives for a single person use the base verb form, while for plural subjects they begin with "let's" followed by the base verb and object. Negative imperatives for a single person use "do not" plus the base verb, and for plural subjects use "let's not" followed by the base verb.
This document discusses silent letters in English words. It begins by asking the reader to think of words starting with "wr-", "kn-", and "ps-", which are examples of words containing silent letters. It then explains that silent letters appear in spellings but make no sound. The document suggests historical changes, borrowing from other languages, and difficult sound combinations as causes for English having many silent letters. Specific examples of words containing silent b, k, g, l, and w are provided. The document concludes by having students complete a worksheet and success criteria about words with silent letters.
This document contains 20 questions related to travel preferences and experiences. It asks about countries visited and desired to visit, travel companions, transportation methods, budgeting, visa requirements, souvenirs, seasons to travel, airlines, and reasons for travel. The questions cover topics like best destinations, travel photography, health issues while traveling, driver's licenses, and working as a tour guide.
This document provides information about synonyms and antonyms. It defines synonyms as words that have the same or similar meaning, and antonyms as words that have opposite meanings. Examples of synonyms include big/large and cold/chilly. Examples of antonyms include hot/cold and fast/slow. The document encourages finding synonyms and antonyms to help make writing more interesting and descriptions more precise. It includes exercises to test the reader's understanding of synonyms and antonyms.
This document discusses the schwa sound in English pronunciation. It notes that the schwa is the most common vowel sound in English but can be spelled differently. It provides examples of words containing the schwa sound like "cup" and "hot" and sentences for practice. It also includes sample dialogue prompts using words with schwa sounds and references for further information on teaching the schwa sound.
This document discusses the FANBOYS conjunctions - for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so. These conjunctions are called "coordinating conjunctions" because they connect words, phrases, and independent clauses. The document provides examples of how each conjunction is used and explains its meaning. It then shows the FANBOYS being used to improve a sample paragraph by joining related ideas and showing relationships between sentences.
The document describes a typical daily routine, including waking up, showering, getting dressed, eating meals, going to school, doing homework, playing, eating dinner, bathing, and going to bed. It then provides examples of sentences using common time phrases to discuss daily activities like breakfast, school, lunch, homework, TV, dinner, and bedtime. The next section shows pictures of a boy's daily schedule and asks the user to choose the correct time for each activity. It concludes by introducing Harry Potter and describing his typical school week activities using adverbs of frequency.
The document discusses giving opinions and agreeing or disagreeing politely. It defines key vocabulary used when expressing different points of view, including: point of view, agreeing to disagree, being opinionated, and being indifferent. It then provides examples of conversations where these terms are used when discussing topics like food preferences, health, and marriage. The document encourages the reader to give their own opinions on similar topics in a respectful manner.
The document discusses the transformation of negative sentences into affirmative sentences. It defines an affirmative sentence as a positive sentence that expresses an opposing idea to a negative sentence without using negative words like "no", "not", or "never". It provides examples of negative sentences and their affirmative transformations. The key is to change the verb into a word that is opposite in meaning when removing negative words. An exercise gives more examples of transforming negative sentences into affirmative ones by replacing the verb with its opposite.
The document provides instruction on how to form and use the future continuous tense in English, explaining that it is used to talk about actions that will be ongoing in the future using the verb "to be" plus the present participle, and provides examples of forming sentences in the future continuous like "I am going to be doing homework." It then has students practice forming their own examples and sharing with a partner.
This document contains an excerpt of a letter written in an informal, abbreviated style using slang and text message shorthand. The letter expresses love and longing from the writer to the recipient, Teresa, mentioning their love for each other and a book they both enjoyed. It references the distance currently between them due to the Alps and sea, but says these will not truly divide them unless she wills it.
The document discusses collocations, or words that frequently occur together. It provides examples of verbs that collocate with certain nouns, such as "perform an operation" but not "perform a discussion". Adjectives are also discussed, such as "high probability" but not "high chance". Finally, it discusses adverb and adjective combinations like "terribly sorry" and "highly unlikely".
Describing problems with past participle as adjectives and with nouns, describing problems with keep+gerund, need + gerund, and need + infinitive. Offering help, describing problems, expressing a preference, speaking frankly about a difficult topic, adding information
This document provides examples of how to make and respond to suggestions in English. It lists common phrases used to make suggestions, such as "I think we should..." and "Why don't we...", and positive responses like "That's a good idea" and "Yeah, why not?". It also gives an example of making an alternative suggestion using phrases like "Why don't we...instead?" and "How about...instead?".
Formal and Informal Greeting ExpressionsDoc'Langues
This document provides common English greetings organized into three categories: informal greetings like "Hi" and "Hello", greetings for someone you know well like "What's up?" and "What's new?", and formal greetings such as "Good morning" and "Good afternoon." It introduces basic English vocabulary for greetings in different situations.
The document discusses adverbs of frequency and their usage. It provides examples of common adverbs like always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely and never. It explains that adverbs of frequency come after forms of the verb "to be" and usually before other verbs. It also notes that sometimes and usually can be used at the beginning or end of sentences. The document includes examples asking about study habits using adverbs of frequency and questions using "ever" and "how often". It provides practice activities for readers to use these adverbs correctly.
An onomatopoeia is a word that imitates or suggests the source of the sound that it makes. The document provides examples of onomatopoeic words like splash, boom, honk, moo, neigh, clap, waah, quack, shhh, ruuff, and meow that mimic the sounds made by things like water, thunder, cars, cows, horses, babies, ducks, kids, dogs, and cats. It includes a poem and exercises to help identify onomatopoeic words.
This photo shows someone asking another person for advice or help. They may be asking how to do something or for suggestions on a task. The person could politely ask what the other thinks is happening in the photo and how they could request assistance.
1. The document provides examples of common English expressions used in conversation. It discusses expressions used to transition between topics, share opinions, and modify or clarify information.
2. Examples are given for expressions like "as I was saying," "speaking of," "if you ask me," and "that reminds me." Modifying expressions include "if worst comes to worst" and "when it comes to."
3. General expressions and their meanings are also explained, such as "never mind," "to pass away," "been there, done that," and "no wonder."
This document discusses imperative sentences, which give advice, instructions, requests or commands. Imperatives are used with the second person "you" singular or plural, or first person plural "we/us". Affirmative imperatives for a single person use the base verb form, while for plural subjects they begin with "let's" followed by the base verb and object. Negative imperatives for a single person use "do not" plus the base verb, and for plural subjects use "let's not" followed by the base verb.
This document discusses silent letters in English words. It begins by asking the reader to think of words starting with "wr-", "kn-", and "ps-", which are examples of words containing silent letters. It then explains that silent letters appear in spellings but make no sound. The document suggests historical changes, borrowing from other languages, and difficult sound combinations as causes for English having many silent letters. Specific examples of words containing silent b, k, g, l, and w are provided. The document concludes by having students complete a worksheet and success criteria about words with silent letters.
This document contains 20 questions related to travel preferences and experiences. It asks about countries visited and desired to visit, travel companions, transportation methods, budgeting, visa requirements, souvenirs, seasons to travel, airlines, and reasons for travel. The questions cover topics like best destinations, travel photography, health issues while traveling, driver's licenses, and working as a tour guide.
This document provides information about synonyms and antonyms. It defines synonyms as words that have the same or similar meaning, and antonyms as words that have opposite meanings. Examples of synonyms include big/large and cold/chilly. Examples of antonyms include hot/cold and fast/slow. The document encourages finding synonyms and antonyms to help make writing more interesting and descriptions more precise. It includes exercises to test the reader's understanding of synonyms and antonyms.
This document discusses the schwa sound in English pronunciation. It notes that the schwa is the most common vowel sound in English but can be spelled differently. It provides examples of words containing the schwa sound like "cup" and "hot" and sentences for practice. It also includes sample dialogue prompts using words with schwa sounds and references for further information on teaching the schwa sound.
This document discusses the FANBOYS conjunctions - for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so. These conjunctions are called "coordinating conjunctions" because they connect words, phrases, and independent clauses. The document provides examples of how each conjunction is used and explains its meaning. It then shows the FANBOYS being used to improve a sample paragraph by joining related ideas and showing relationships between sentences.
The document describes a typical daily routine, including waking up, showering, getting dressed, eating meals, going to school, doing homework, playing, eating dinner, bathing, and going to bed. It then provides examples of sentences using common time phrases to discuss daily activities like breakfast, school, lunch, homework, TV, dinner, and bedtime. The next section shows pictures of a boy's daily schedule and asks the user to choose the correct time for each activity. It concludes by introducing Harry Potter and describing his typical school week activities using adverbs of frequency.
The document discusses giving opinions and agreeing or disagreeing politely. It defines key vocabulary used when expressing different points of view, including: point of view, agreeing to disagree, being opinionated, and being indifferent. It then provides examples of conversations where these terms are used when discussing topics like food preferences, health, and marriage. The document encourages the reader to give their own opinions on similar topics in a respectful manner.
The document discusses the transformation of negative sentences into affirmative sentences. It defines an affirmative sentence as a positive sentence that expresses an opposing idea to a negative sentence without using negative words like "no", "not", or "never". It provides examples of negative sentences and their affirmative transformations. The key is to change the verb into a word that is opposite in meaning when removing negative words. An exercise gives more examples of transforming negative sentences into affirmative ones by replacing the verb with its opposite.
The document provides instruction on how to form and use the future continuous tense in English, explaining that it is used to talk about actions that will be ongoing in the future using the verb "to be" plus the present participle, and provides examples of forming sentences in the future continuous like "I am going to be doing homework." It then has students practice forming their own examples and sharing with a partner.
This document contains an excerpt of a letter written in an informal, abbreviated style using slang and text message shorthand. The letter expresses love and longing from the writer to the recipient, Teresa, mentioning their love for each other and a book they both enjoyed. It references the distance currently between them due to the Alps and sea, but says these will not truly divide them unless she wills it.
Slang is informal language that originates from subcultures and groups outside the mainstream. It is characterized as being colloquial, imaginative, and variable over time and between regions. Slang is used to play with language creatively and to identify with social groups. It comes from sources like occupational groups, teenagers, media like movies and music. Examples are given like "pot" originating from drug culture and "c-note" from criminal slang. Slang allows users to be different, secretive, and exclude others outside their group.
This document defines and provides examples of 12 common British slang expressions not typically used in American English. The slang terms cover a range of meanings including mistakes, rudeness, worthlessness, nonsense, offense, cheap wine, heavy drinking, drunkenness, falling over, attractiveness, sex, and exhaustion. The definitions are adapted from a Buzzfeed article on British slang Americans should start using.
This document contains a list of informal slang words and phrases not typically used in formal situations, along with their definitions provided in context. Some examples include "give you a bell/ring" meaning to call someone, "bob's your uncle" meaning there you go or the task is complete, "ace" meaning excellent or great, "knackered" meaning very tired, and "spend a penny" meaning to use the toilet.
The document contains a list of questions in the present perfect tense asking if the reader has ever done certain activities followed by follow up questions in the past simple tense asking for more details about when, where, why, and how those activities were done. The questions cover a range of experiences like singing in public, visiting places, trying foods, participating in sports, meeting famous people, and more. It prompts the reader to think of additional questions to continue the conversation.
The document provides definitions and examples of various slang terms used in American English. Some of the terms covered include "beemer" meaning a BMW car, "freebie" meaning something obtained for free, "quick buck" meaning easy money, "peanuts" meaning a small amount of money, and "groovy" meaning pleasant. Other terms defined include "drag" meaning something boring, "raw" meaning new, "pooped out" meaning got tired, "hey sista" meaning sister, "watchu gonna do" meaning what are you going to do, and "ankle-biters" meaning children.
D Sealey Presentation, Assnt 3, Language, Discourse and Powerfiboze
Youth create new words (neologisms) through technology and global communication which are recorded in dictionaries like Urban Dictionary. 500 new entries are accepted daily. Teen language includes tech talk, abbreviations, and spreads rapidly online. While teens use language to bond and exclude others, adults who try to use teen slang are seen as foolish and patronizing. Teens prefer adults converse in their own language rather than try to mimic youth.
Youth create many new words and phrases, especially related to technology, which spread rapidly online through sites like UrbanDictionary. While youth neologisms help youth bond, adults who try to use youth slang often embarrass teenagers and fail to gain their respect. Teenagers prefer adults communicate with them in "grown-up language" rather than trying to emulate youth speech.
This paper analyzes the use of humor, sarcasm, and emoticons in computer-mediated communication (CMC). It examines examples of sarcasm from an online forum discussing English topics. Various emoticons are also identified from the forum, which serve to convey gratitude or other moods. The paper concludes that humor, sarcasm, and emoticons allow CMC users to express emotions and meanings indirectly in the absence of in-person cues.
This paper analyzes the use of humor, sarcasm, and emoticons in computer-mediated communication (CMC). It examines examples of sarcasm found in an online forum discussing English topics. Various emoticons used by forum members are described as reinforcing gratitude and other moods. The paper concludes that humor, sarcasm and emoticons serve important pragmatic functions in CMC by conveying emotional context and meanings beyond the literal words.
The document discusses language and different types of figurative language used in writing. It defines language as a method of human communication that can be spoken or written using structured words. There are two main types of language: literal, which uses the denotative meaning of words, and figurative, which uses symbolic meanings to make writing more evocative. The document then defines and provides examples of different figures of speech like metaphor, simile, personification, and oxymoron that are used in figurative language. It concludes with an activity for students to identify these figures of speech in examples.
The document discusses slang and its use in writing. It argues that commonly held beliefs about slang being gross, unintelligent or something good writers avoid are misguided and suffer from "slangophobia." Slang can be effectively used in writing to add flavor or informality if done properly without overusing terms that sound dated. While some slang terms have short shelf lives, overall slang enriches language and reflects how people naturally speak in different contexts.
This document provides an overview of various figures of speech including simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, metonymy, synecdoche, oxymoron, paradox, understatement, irony (verbal, situational, dramatic), allusion, apostrophe, alliteration, assonance, pun, euphemism, anaphora, and antithesis. It also outlines a task for students to create a compendium covering 15 different figures of speech through posters, advertisements, poetry, and other examples along with a reflection on what was learned. Students are instructed to research additional figures of speech for an upcoming quiz.
This document provides an overview and analysis of clichés in business communication. It begins by defining a cliché as an overused expression that has lost its original meaning or effect. It then discusses the origins and hidden meanings of the term "cliché" and identifies different types of clichés. The document analyzes what is wrong with using clichés and provides tips for handling or avoiding clichés, such as thinking about the basic meaning and deciding if the expression is needed. It also lists examples of common business clichés that are best avoided. The overall purpose is to raise awareness of clichés and provide guidance on using more original language in professional settings.
The document discusses several linguistic concepts including symbol, referent, euphemism, denotation, connotation, implication, ambiguity, metaphor, simile, synonymy, antonymy, hyponymy, and homonym. It provides definitions and examples for each concept. For example, it states that a symbol is something used to represent another thing, while a referent is everything related to the symbol. It also gives examples of euphemisms used to soften truths, such as "passed away" instead of "died".
This document discusses context clues, which are words in a text that can help the reader understand the meaning of unfamiliar words. There are four main types of context clues: synonyms, antonyms, definitions, and examples/explanations. The document provides examples of each type and encourages readers to use context clues to infer the meanings of unknown words when reading. It also includes a fun example asking readers to use context clues to guess the meaning of a made-up word.
This document contains definitions and examples of several linguistic concepts:
1. It defines symbol, referent, denotation, connotation, and implication, providing examples to illustrate the differences between these concepts.
2. It also defines and provides examples of euphemism, ambiguity, metaphor, simile, synonymy, antonymy, hyponymy, and homonym.
3. The document is written in an educational style, aiming to teach the reader about key semantic concepts through straightforward definitions and clear examples.
This document discusses using puns to teach English. It begins by explaining how understanding jokes is part of language acquisition and how puns can help lower students' anxiety and increase metalinguistic awareness. It then describes four categories of English puns: 1) soundalike or homophone puns, 2) lookalike or polysemous word puns, 3) close-sounding word puns, and 4) texting puns using alphabetic, numeric, or simplified spelling. Examples of each category are provided. The document explains how understanding puns requires recognizing multiple meanings of words in context. It suggests puns can be incorporated into lessons and provides references for finding classroom-appropriate pun examples.
This document discusses several linguistic concepts:
1. It thanks Allah for allowing the completion of homework and includes greetings for Prophet Muhammad.
2. It requests feedback on a blog post and thanks the recipient.
3. It provides definitions and examples for symbol, referent, euphemism, denotation, connotation, implication, ambiguity, metaphor, simile, synonymy, antonymy, hyponymy, and homonym.
This document discusses several linguistic concepts:
1. It provides examples to illustrate the differences between symbols, referents, and content in language. A symbol represents an idea or object, a referent is the real-world entity, and content is what is conveyed about the referent.
2. Euphemisms are discussed as polite expressions that replace potentially offensive words. Examples like "passed away" instead of "died" are given.
3. Denotation refers to the direct meaning of a word, while connotation involves emotional associations. Implication suggests indirect meanings or consequences.
4. Other concepts covered include ambiguity, metaphor, simile, synonyms/antonyms, and homonyms. Distinctions
This document discusses several linguistic concepts:
1. It thanks Allah for allowing the completion of homework and includes greetings for Prophet Muhammad.
2. It requests feedback on a blog post and thanks the recipient.
3. It provides definitions and examples for symbol, referent, euphemism, denotation, connotation, implication, ambiguity, metaphor, simile, synonymy, antonymy, hyponymy, and homonym.
This document discusses various figures of speech used in creative writing. It provides examples of common figures of speech like simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, alliteration, onomatopoeia, apostrophe, irony, litotes and oxymoron. It explains what each figure of speech is through examples from literature. The purpose of using figurative language is to help readers better understand text by using words in creative, non-literal ways to convey ideas and images. Figures of speech give impact and emphasis in writing.
The document discusses accents and dialects in English. It defines accents as distinctive modes of pronunciation associated with regions or social classes, while dialects refer to variations in grammar and vocabulary particular to groups. The document examines how accents can cause prejudice and are used in comedy. It provides examples of accents from the UK and Ireland and analyzes phonetic spelling, grammar, and vocabulary differences found in the novel Trainspotting written in Scottish dialect.
Slang language الدكتور كرار رأفت علوش < Dr. karrar raafat alwashDr. Karrar Alwash
This document discusses slang language and metaphors. It begins by defining slang and explaining how slang evolves based on generational differences and group membership. It then defines metaphors and provides examples of common metaphors. The document discusses different types of metaphors, including implied metaphors, sustained metaphors, dead metaphors, and mixed metaphors. It concludes by outlining the key elements involved in the working mechanism of a metaphor, including the metaphor producer and receiver, the source and target domains, and the role of context.
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In an education system, it is understood that assessment is only for the students, but on the other hand, the Assessment of teachers is also an important aspect of the education system that ensures teachers are providing high-quality instruction to students. The assessment process can be used to provide feedback and support for professional development, to inform decisions about teacher retention or promotion, or to evaluate teacher effectiveness for accountability purposes.
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
Thinking of getting a dog? Be aware that breeds like Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds can be loyal and dangerous. Proper training and socialization are crucial to preventing aggressive behaviors. Ensure safety by understanding their needs and always supervising interactions. Stay safe, and enjoy your furry friends!
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Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
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An import error occurs when a program fails to import a module or library, disrupting its execution. In languages like Python, this issue arises when the specified module cannot be found or accessed, hindering the program's functionality. Resolving import errors is crucial for maintaining smooth software operation and uninterrupted development processes.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
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2. SlanguageSlang is a perpetual whirlwind of creativity
among the young and avante garde. These
groups are constantly breaking new ground
with artistic expressions of their lives and the
life around them. Its impossible to be in a hip
nightclub, or at a cutting edge art gallery,
without the latest slang flying around like
confetti. Why do people use slang? There are
many answers as there are people who are
continually reinventing English as we speak
3. experts
One of the first signs of impending
adolescence is the desire to put space between
you and your parents’ generation, and the fastest
way to do that is through the art of language.
Teenagers develop their own idioms and
expressions that make adults scratch their
heads, trying to figure out what the slang means
(and if it’s something they should be upset
about.)
4. If you’re “all emo,” it’s like being a drama queen (a
slightly older expression.) Emo was a type of music that
seemed to rip at the souls of adolescent angst. It frequently
included wearing all black clothing, dying one’s hair pitch
black, and having a complexion so paper white that it
looked as if the teen had grown up in the basement.
The slang meaning
To be emo was to be
perpetually depressed, moody, and
emotional, and perpetually at odds
with society (even if it was nothing
more than a pose.)
5. If a teen has made a mistake, the phrase
“my bad” is frequently employed as a
cover. It means what it appears to mean:
“I was bad!”
The slang meaning
This is one of the phrases
parents, especially mothers,
might pick up on and use
themselves, to the everlasting
embarrassment of their children.
6. words and phrases
Not all slang words are uniquely developed. Some are created based on other words, or other slang words.
1. A Change in Meanings
Some words in slang develop from meaning one thing, to meaning
another:
• Ride - The word “ride” is of relatively recent origin. It was initially
meant to mean a car, as in, “here’s my ride” (even if it’s not the
teen’s car, any automobile that could carry him where he wanted
to go deserved the title of “ride.”)
The slang meaning: Apparently autos are in short supply, or
teenagers have discovered the shoe leather express. The word
“ride” has become more literal to this group: “How do you like my
ride?” no longer means, “do you like my car?” Now it refers to
7. If something is “tope,” it’s cool to
the teenage contingent. So what’s
a tope? It’s a combination of
“tight” and “dope,” both words
meaning something that’s beyond
cool.
The slang meaning: So if
you’re tope, you’re somewhere in
the stratosphere of utter coolness
8. Friend + Enemy
This term is a combination of
the words "friend" and
"enemy." It is a person who
appears on one hand to be
your friend but, at the same
time is antagonistic towards
you.
9. 2. Combinations of meaning
Other slang words are developed outside of the usual context of words and are just combinations of thoughts that create a new word
For examples:
Having your grandparents
join your vacation.
13. new wordsSome slang comes from a need to describe new
recreational or Internet activities including social
networking such as:
• Friend and Unfriend - Adding or removing someone
to a circle of communication such as in Facebook or
other social media networks.
• Follow and Unfollow - To add or remove someone to
the list of people whose posts you view on Twitter or
Instagram or other social media networks.