English-Danish translations for periphrasis
Definition of periphrasis
- The use of a longer expression instead of a shorter one with a similar meaning, for example "I am going to" instead of "I will
- The substitution of a descriptive word or phrase for a proper name (a species of circumlocution
- The use of a proper name as a shorthand to stand for qualities associated with it
Examples
- Language learners sometimes use periphrases like "did go" where a native speaker would use "went".
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