Popular Sayings and Phrases Explained

1. Sayings and Phrases Idioms and Metaphors www.assignmentpoint.com

2. What Is A Phrase ? • Main Entry:1phrase • Pronunciation:*fr*z • Function:noun • Etymology:Latin phrasis, from Greek, from phrazein to point out, explain, tell • Date:15301 : • a characteristic manner or style of expression : • DICTION2 a : a brief expression; especially : • CATCHPHRASE b : • WORD3 : a short musical thought typically two to four measures long closing with a cadence4 : a word or group of words forming a syntactic constituent with a single grammatical function *an adverbial phrase*5 : a series of dance movements comprising a section of a pattern www.assignmentpoint.com

3. “Actions Speak Louder Than Words” • Means, some people don’t mean what they say. It is often obvious what is meant. • “Dad says he hates cats – even Juju,” Stewart said. “But,” Tracy said, “last night, I saw Dad kiss the top of his head. “Well,” Stewart said, “I think he really loves Juju, well, actions speak louder than words.” www.assignmentpoint.com

4. “Beggars, Can’t Be Choosers” • This phrase means if you are needy, don’t be picky even if it isn’t exactly what you want or need. “I didn’t have time to eat,” Jane said, “and I’m starving! But the only thing left in the cafeteria is yesterdays spinach salad.” “Beggars can’t be choosers, Jane,” Nicky said, “looks like you’ll actually have to eat something healthy for a change.” www.assignmentpoint.com

5. Let Bygones Be Bygones • This means that people should forget about bad feelings towards each other. “I can’t belive you won’t help me with this science experiment! It means a lot, I’m failing,” Tyron said screaming,”Why won’t you help.” “Come on, Tyron,” Janine said,”I’ll help you study. There is no sense in being mad. Just Let bygones be bygones.” www.assignmentpoint.com

6. Look Before You Leap • Talks about risks we take in life. It means that we should think before acting. “Mom, Andrew asked me if I want to take over his paper route. Isn’t that a great idea ? Then I could by that new trumpet.” “I don’t know,” mother said, “ you have music lessons every day after school. Do you really have time. You should Look before you leap.” www.assignmentpoint.com

7. One Rotten Apple Spoils The Whole Barrel • Today , you are going to use your text books and do partner notes. • Turn to page 63, it is at the bottom of pg. 63 and pg. 64 www.assignmentpoint.com

8. A Place for Everything and Everything in its Place • Today , you are going to use your text books and do partner notes. • Turn to pg. 64 • You must have a different partner www.assignmentpoint.com

9. The Show Must Go On • Means no matter what happens the project must keep going. “I can’t play goalie this weekend,” Lisa said, “ I have a sprained ankle.” “Its okay,” said the coach, “ the show must go on.” www.assignmentpoint.com

10. His Bark Is Worse Than His Bite • Means someone looks or acts a lot differently than who they really are. “Mr. Crackles is such a grouch,” Meg said. “Yeah,” said Mickey, “ they shouldn’t call him principal, they should call him ‘prince-paddle’.” “You are so foolish you 2,” Missy explained, “you know he wouldn’t paddle anyone. He might get mad easy but he’s really a nice man. His bark is worse that his bite.” www.assignmentpoint.com

11. Beat Around The Bush • Today , you are going to use your text books and do partner notes. • Turn to page 65, You must work with someone you haven't yet worked with. www.assignmentpoint.com

12. Clean Bill Of Health • Today , you are going to use your text books and do partner notes. • Turn to page 65 www.assignmentpoint.com

13. On His Last Legs • Means something is about to die or break for good. • Your job now is to write a role play for this phrase. • The best one will become part of this presentation. www.assignmentpoint.com