Definition

In a way that is natural and typical for a particular language or group of people, often using expressions that are not literally true.

Example

She speaks idiomatically, using phrases that are common in her culture.

Conversation

I love how you use phrases idiomatically in conversation.

Thanks! It makes the dialogue sound more natural, right?

Definitely! I need to work on using them more myself.

Just practice, and soon you'll speak idiomatically without even thinking!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Idiomatically → It is formed from "idiom" (from Greek "idiōma", meaning a peculiar phrase or expression) and "-atically" (a suffix forming adverbs, meaning in a manner relating to). The word "idiomatically" means in a manner that relates to or uses idioms, or expressions that have a figurative meaning different from their literal meaning.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'idiom' which refers to a unique expression, and remember that 'idiomatically' means using expressions in that unique way.

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