Origin of the Expression Penny Wise, Pound Foolish -
Have you ever stumbled upon the peculiar phrase "penny-wise and pound-foolish"? It's an idiom that means someone is being excessively careful with small amounts of money while being reckless with large sums. In other words, they are making decisions that seem to save them money in the short term but actually end up costing them more in the long run.
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Ever heard a phrase that does not make sense?
That is an idiom; in this YouTube Station, we will Explore the phrases, meanings, and history of these sayings. While putting a fun twist on the phrases.
Idioms and Phrases
Idiom Meanings
Idiom Example
Idiom History
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I hope you have fun learning new sayings and phrases and some literary history.
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What is an Idiom?
The definition of Idiom:
/ˈidēəm/ - Noun
*a group of words established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words (e.g., rain cats and dogs, see the light ).
An idiom is a phrase, saying, or a group of words with a metaphorical (not literal) meaning, which has become accepted in common usage.
Still, some phrases become figurative idioms while retaining the phrase's literal meaning. Categorized as formulaic language, an idiom's figurative meaning is different from the literal meaning.
Idioms help evolve our language; they act as the building blocks of language and conversation in our civilization. They also have great intensity to make a language descriptive and dynamic. Idioms bring a spectacular illustration to everyday speech and provide insights into the use of words, languages, and their speakers’ thought processes. It has been said that many great writers would use idioms in books and plays to help their audiences understand the characters' feelings. Idioms are also a great way to express the same information in a new way, so the writers are not repeating themselves. Many famous writers were known to use idioms, one being William Shakespeare.
Share this video with friends and family who love idioms, synonyms, similes, and phrases. It is also great for the history lover who wants to learn more about language history. Also, share this station with friends and family who are learning English. Especially if English is not their native language.
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