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Do You Know "Achilles' Heel"?-- Analyzing the Relationship between Greek Myths and English Language
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Do You Know "Achilles' Heel"? -- Analyzing the Relationship between Greek Myths and English Language Abstract: Do you know "Achilles' Heel"? It's an allusion from Greek myths. Instances like this are not difficult to find in English language. They are terse and vivid because of Greek myths and legends behind them. Therefore, they enjoy popular use. But these words and phrases are peculiar to the native culture and language, they appear exotic to foreign learners. So let's share some words and idioms which are relevant to Greek myths in view of knowing the ins and outs of them and understanding how to apply them. In the meanwhile, they can help you understand English history and English culture more thoroughly and deep and taste the wisdom and humor of the English people. Key words: relationship, Greek myths, English language, English idioms Once the Republican supporter made comments on Clinton's scandal, "A misbehaving president is...
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