colloquially

Meanings

• adjective

  Used in informal or familiar situations, often to refer to something that is not the standard or expected.

  - "The new manager's colloquial style made the employees feel more comfortable."
  - "Despite her sophisticated background, she preferred the colloquial expressions of her hometown."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with colloquially
calliously , jolly , molly , olly , ollywopper , ollywopperish

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Variants

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colloquial , colloquialities , colloquiality , colloquially , colloquials

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Etymology

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From Latin colloquium, a conversation, from colloqui, to converse, speak with.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'colloquial' first appeared in English in the 16th century.

2. Colloquial expressions can be found in literature, music, and art, reflecting the unique language and culture of different communities.

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Related Concepts

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1. Informal language: Colloquial expressions are a type of informal language that is used in everyday situations and is not formal or standard.

2. Dialect: Colloquial expressions are often associated with specific dialects, which are variations of a language that are spoken in a particular region or community.

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Quotes

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1. Langston was the merriest and the most "colloquial" of them all. "Best party I've ever been given!" he said.

   - Gwendolyn Brooks,{it}Booklist{/it},15 Oct. 1993

2. Although in the circle of his friends, where he might be unreserved with safety, he took a free share in conversation, his "colloquial" talents were not above mediocrity, possessing neither copiousness of ideas, nor fluency of words.

   - Thomas Jefferson,letter,2 Jan. 1814

3. Mr. Salisbury's firsthand account is written in a fast-paced, chaotic and "colloquial" style, which often feels confused and hastily set down.

   - Susan Shapiro,{it}New York Times Book Review{/it},10 Sept. 1989

4. But I think part of this pickle that we're in—if I may be "colloquial," even though I'm not running for office—is that we've lost their sense of responsibility.

   - Sarah Vowell,{it}Entertainment Weekly{/it},24 Oct. 2008

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Culture

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Colloquial expressions are an essential part of everyday communication and are often used to create a sense of community or belonging. They can vary greatly from region to region and even from group to group. For example, African American Vernacular English (AAVE) includes a rich tradition of colloquial expressions that reflect the unique history and culture of the African American community.

How to Memorize "colloquially"

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3. mnemonics
   

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