An interesting article which shows the differences between American English and British English:
http://www.theguardian.com/media/mind-your-language/2014/mar/12/english-to-english-translating-cultural-divide?CMP=fb_us
jueves, 23 de octubre de 2014
Phrase of the day with an explanation of it's origin
Today's phrase is a phrasal verb with a nautical origin.
To be taken aback
Definition:
When someone has been really surprised by something unexpected and it stops them in their tracks.
Origin:
'Aback' is a nautical term for when there is a sudden change in the direction of the wind which flattens the sails against the mast. This can mean that sailing boats and especially the old tall square-rigged ships will be slowed down or even blown backwards.
Today's phrase is a phrasal verb with a nautical origin.
To be taken aback
Definition:
When someone has been really surprised by something unexpected and it stops them in their tracks.
Origin:
'Aback' is a nautical term for when there is a sudden change in the direction of the wind which flattens the sails against the mast. This can mean that sailing boats and especially the old tall square-rigged ships will be slowed down or even blown backwards.
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