Predictors of correct interpretation of English and Bulgarian idioms by Russian speakers

During intercultural communication, it is crucial to interpret correctly and to use appropriately foreign idioms which are culturally marked and reflect linguistic and cultural identity of a speech community. Interlocutors should be aware of the cultural and historical precedents that gave rise to t...

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Main Authors: Nataliya A. Lavrova, Elena A. Nikulina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University) 2020-12-01
Series:Russian Journal of Linguistics
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Online Access:http://journals.rudn.ru/linguistics/article/viewFile/25306/18938