idiomatic
/ˌɪdiəˈmætɪk/
adjective
- Using or containing expressions that are natural to a native speaker of a language, especially idioms.
- Idiomatic language can be hard for learners because the meaning isn't literal.
- Her English is very idiomatic, so she sounds like a native speaker.
- The translator made the text sound more idiomatic by using common phrases.
- Characteristic of a particular language, culture, or group; natural and appropriate in that context.
- The architect used materials and shapes idiomatic to desert environments.
- The dance moves are idiomatic to traditional Irish step dancing.
- His cooking style is idiomatic of the southern region of Italy.
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