Saying (Noun)
Meaning
A word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations; "pardon the expression".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The phrase "break a leg" is a common saying in the theater world to wish someone good luck before a performance.
- In some cultures, it's a saying that if you don't eat all your dinner, you'll have bad dreams that night.
- The popular saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" suggests that eating healthy foods can prevent illness.
- The phrase "easy does it" is a saying that originated in the 12th step program to remind people to take things one step at a time.
- In some families, it's a saying that if you rock an empty rocking chair, someone will fall into it soon.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
- Language
- Voice Communication
- Speech Communication
- Spoken Language
- Oral Communication
- Spoken Communication
Hyponyms
- Loan Translation
- Adage
- Byword
- Catchword
- Set Phrase
- Axiom
- Slogan
- Phrase
- Shibboleth
- Quip
- Idiomatic Expression
- Anatomical
- Phrasal Idiom
- Calque Formation
- Saw