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Expression that rarely translates literally – Crossword Clue
The answer to the crossword clue “Expression that rarely translates literally” is IDIOM (5 letters). Most recently IDIOM, in the NYT Mini on April 1, 2021.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2021 | NYT Mini 6A | IDIOM |
Other clues for IDIOM
- Figure of speech
- Challenge for a foreign language learner
- Expression that doesn't translate literally
- "Bitter pill to swallow" or "drink the Kool-Aid"
- "A dime a dozen" or "cost a pretty penny"
- "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 rarely translates literally”?
IDIOM (5 letters). Most recently IDIOM, on April 1, 2021 in the NYT Mini.
How many letters is the answer to “Expression that rarely translates literally”?
5 letters, starting with I (I____).