Meaning
Thành ngữ này thường được sử dụng khi muốn an ủi ai đó đang gặp khó khăn, hoặc khi kể lại một câu chuyện về một tình huống đã hóa giải theo cách không ngờ tới. Ví dụ, bạn có thể nói: «Việc mất công việc cũ thật sự là một “A Blessing in Disguise”, vì nhờ đó tôi đã tìm được một công việc tốt hơn nhiều».
Hãy nhớ rằng, «A Blessing in Disguise» khuyến khích chúng ta tìm kiếm mặt tích cực trong những tình huống khó khăn và không nên đánh giá mọi thứ chỉ dựa vào vẻ bề ngoài.Example
The breakup was one of the most difficult times in my life. But it was a blessing in disguise because eventually I met my husband, who is the love of my life.
Quiz
What is an Idiom
An idiom is a phrase or expression that usually presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. Idioms are not just used in conversations – they're also very common in literature, movies, and music. We utilize them to convey a message in a concise and effective manner, and often have deep cultural or historical significance. They help to create a vivid and memorable image in the minds of the audience.
Idioms are difficult because they do not mean what they literally state. Communication challenges emerge when you translate an idiom in your language; it will not make sense or if it does make sense you may miss the intended meaning.
How to Study Idioms
- Read them. Read books, newspapers, magazine articles, online articles for exposure in written material.
- Watch them. Watch TV shows and movies in English! There are so many streaming services available for you to choose from. Listen attentively and try to understand the context in which they are used.
- Use them. Talk to native speakers and try to incorporate common idioms into your conversations. Try using them during conversations with friends, family, coworkers, or through text.
- Practice. Practice. Practice. Remember that you can't learn all of them! So start with a few that you understand and build your library of idioms from there!
