Colloquially
Colloquially
Colloquially (pronunciation: /kəˈloʊkwɪəli/) is an adverb that refers to language used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary. It originates from the Latin word "colloquium" which means "conversation".
Etymology
The term "colloquially" is derived from the Latin word "colloquium", which means "conversation". It is a combination of "col-" meaning "together" and "loqui" meaning "to speak". The term has been used in English since the late 16th century.
Related Terms
- Colloquialism: A word or phrase that is not formal or literary and is used in ordinary or familiar conversation.
- Colloquial language: The linguistic style used for casual communication.
- Slang: A type of language consisting of words and phrases that are regarded as very informal, are more common in speech than writing, and are typically restricted to a particular context or group of people.
- Jargon: Special words or expressions used by a profession or group that are difficult for others to understand.
- Dialect: A particular form of a language which is peculiar to a specific region or social group.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Colloquially
- Wikipedia's article - Colloquially
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