Unit 5 Things Flashcards
The three cases of pronouns are
Nominative, objective, and possessive
Cliché
A worn-out idea or trite expression
Colloquial
Informal and casual speech
Formal English
English language that give strict attention to the rules of correct English grammar,syntax,pronunciation, and usage
Idiom
A phrase or expression whose meaning cannot be understood from the ordinary meanings of the words in it
Illiterate
Unable to read or write; not educated ;incorrect speaking and writing
Informal English
English language used in everyday speech, but not used in formal speaking and writing
Nonstandard English
English language that does not follow the rules of formal/proper English grammar, syntax, pronunciation, and usage
Redundant
Using too many words to express an ides; extra and not needed
Usage
A way of using words and phrases; an established procedure