LAFS.4.L.3.5​ Demonstrate understanding of word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

​b.​ ​Recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.

Name:________________________________

Guided Notes- Idioms

Score: __________/5

Idioms An ​__________ whose meaning is __________ from the meaning of it’s individual words.

Hint​! If an idiom doesn’t make sense, use __________ __________ to help you understand it.

Example It __________ __________ __________ __________ as I biked to Maya’s house.

Meaning: __________________________________________________

Example So, I explained, “I’m __________ __________ __________ because I didn’t do well on my

last spelling test.

Meaning: __________________________________________________

Example I knew Mays would __________ __________ __________ __________ if she had the chance.

Meaning: __________________________________________________

Example So I said, My mom will __________ __________ __________ __________ if I’m on the phone

and not studying.

Meaning: __________________________________________________

Example Maya said, “I don’t want to __________ __________ __________ , so come over later.”

Meaning: __________________________________________________

Example I knew I had to __________ __________ , or I’d soon be completely wet.

Meaning: __________________________________________________