phraseological units
What is a phraseological unit?
A stable word combination with a figurative meaning.
What does “to sign a contract” mean?
AnswerTo officially approve an agreement.
Name one functional style of English.
Answer - Scientific prose / official documents / newspaper style, etc.
Meaning of “a black sheep.
”AnswerA disreputable family member.
What does “to reserve a room at the hotel” mean?
Answer To book accommodation in advance.
What does “to change one’s mind” mean?
To make a different decision
Meaning of “to establish business contacts.”
To create professional relationships. |
Which style includes diplomatic documents? |
| Answer | Official document style
Meaning of “carry coals to Newcastle.”
| Answer | To bring something to a place where it already exists in abundance.
Meaning of “to conclude transactions.” |
| Answer | To complete business deals.
What type of phraseological unit is “Achilles’ heel”?
Borrowed phraseological unit.
What is a “sleeping partner”? |
| Answer |
A person investing money without managing the business.
Are emotive words common in official documents?
| Answer | No, they are usually avoided.
What does “easy money” mean?
Answer | Money earned without much effort.
What does “to clarify the matter” mean? |
| Answer | To explain or resolve an issue.
Explain “let the cat out of the bag.”
To reveal a secret accidentally
Define “hard sell.”
| Answer | An aggressive selling method.
Name two substyles of newspaper language. |
| Answer | Headlines and advertisements / news items.
Meaning of “above board.” |
| Answer | Honest and legal. |
Meaning of “to receive orders.”
| Answer | To get requests for products or services