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Expression that doesn't translate literally – Crossword Clue
The answer to the crossword clue “Expression that doesn't translate literally” is IDIOM (5 letters). Most recently IDIOM, in the NYT Mini on October 21, 2016.
| Answer | Letters | Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| IDIOM | 5 | I____ |
What IDIOM means
- nouna manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language
- nounthe usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people
- nounthe style of a particular artist or school or movement
Where this clue appeared
| Date | Puzzle | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| October 21, 2016 | NYT Mini 6A | IDIOM |
Other clues for IDIOM
- Figure of speech
- Challenge for a foreign language learner
- "Bitter pill to swallow" or "drink the Kool-Aid"
- "A dime a dozen" or "cost a pretty penny"
- Expression that rarely translates literally
- "Hold your horses" or "Have a cow"
- "Clam up" or "chicken out"
- Phrase that's tough to translate, maybe
- "In a pickle" or "in a jam"
- Unintuitive phrase for a language learner
- "Piece of cake" or "spill the beans"
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FAQ
What is the answer to “Expression that doesn't translate literally”?
IDIOM (5 letters). Most recently IDIOM, on October 21, 2016 in the NYT Mini.
How many letters is the answer to “Expression that doesn't translate literally”?
5 letters, starting with I (I____).