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locution

 

[ ləˈkjuːʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

figurative speech

A locution is an expression, phrase, or a particular way of speaking. It can refer to the style or manner of verbal expression that characterizes a person or group. Locutions may encompass idiomatic expressions or colloquialisms that hold specific meaning within a particular context. They are often used in linguistics to analyze how language reflects social and cultural nuances.

Synonyms

expression, phrase, saying, utterance, wording

Examples of usage

  • Her locution clearly reflected her cultural background.
  • The novel's unique locution captivated readers.
  • He used a quaint locution that reminded everyone of old-time speech.

Translations

Translations of the word "locution" in other languages:

🇵🇹 locução

🇮🇳 वाक्यांश

🇩🇪 Lokution

🇮🇩 lokusi

🇺🇦 локутція

🇵🇱 lokucja

🇯🇵 言い回し

🇫🇷 locution

🇪🇸 locución

🇹🇷 locüsyon

🇰🇷 구절

🇸🇦 عبارة

🇨🇿 lokuce

🇸🇰 lokúcia

🇨🇳 表达

🇸🇮 lokucija

🇮🇸 orðasamband

🇰🇿 логика

🇬🇪 ლოკუცია

🇦🇿 lokusiyonu

🇲🇽 locución

Etymology

The word 'locution' originates from the late 16th century, derived from the Latin word 'locutio', which means 'a speaking' or 'speech'. The root 'locu-', from the verb 'loqui', means 'to speak'. The term has evolved over time, particularly in the fields of linguistics and philosophy, where it has been employed to examine how language is used, not just in terms of its grammatical structure but also in the way it conveys meaning within a specific social context. Locutions can vary significantly between different cultures and languages, which makes the study of locution particularly important in understanding effective communication and the subtleties of human interaction. As language and society continue to evolve, the concept of locution remains relevant, reflecting changes in speech patterns and the emergence of new idiomatic expressions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,796 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.