Culturally Specific Idioms in British English

Background: Culturally specific idioms in British English offer valuable insights into language and culture. Understanding English culture is essential to fully grasp these idiomatic expressions.
Purpose: This study explores the role of English cultural knowledge in comprehending and using idioms in British English effectively.
Methods: Adopting a mixed-methods approach, this study categorizes idioms based on semantic fields and investigates their historical and cultural roots. Quantitative analysis utilizes corpus linguistics to identify frequency and usage patterns.
Results: The findings underscore the vital link between English culture and idiomatic expressions, reflect the values, traditions, and societal experiences of the community. Therefore, a robust grasp of English culture is essential for unraveling the layers of meaning embedded within these idioms and utilizing them appropriately.
Conclusions: A comprehensive understanding of English culture is vital to comprehend idiomatic expressions in British English. Immersion in English culture helps learners appreciate the historical influences and social contexts that shape these idioms. Cultural awareness enables precise and authentic interpretation and usage of idioms.
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Huang Y. Culturally Specific Idioms in British English : bachelor’s thesis : 035 Philology / supervisor O. Yashenkova Pavlichenko. Kyiv, 2023. 49 p.