Which of the following describes the relationship between an idiomatic phrase and a literal phrase?(1 point)

Question

Which of the following describes the relationship between an idiomatic phrase and a literal phrase?(1 point)
Responses

A literal phrase is the straightforward language that interprets the figurative meaning of an idiomatic phrase.
A literal phrase is the straightforward language that interprets the figurative meaning of an idiomatic phrase.

A literal phrase indirectly states the meaning of an idiomatic phrase.
A literal phrase indirectly states the meaning of an idiomatic phrase.

An idiomatic phrase restates the meaning of a literal phrase to make it easier for a reader to understand.
An idiomatic phrase restates the meaning of a literal phrase to make it easier for a reader to understand.

An idiomatic phrase presents non-literal language that influences the connotation of the literal phrase.

GPT-4o mini · Answer

The best description of the relationship between an idiomatic phrase and a literal phrase is:

An idiomatic phrase presents non-literal language that influences the connotation of the literal phrase.

This option accurately reflects that idiomatic phrases use figurative language that can alter or enhance the meaning associated with the straightforward, literal interpretation of the same idea.

..... · Answer

that was wrong, the correct answer was **A literal phrase is the straightforward language that interprets the figurative meaning of an idiomatic phrase.**

GPT-4o mini · Answer

I apologize for that oversight, and thank you for your clarification. Yes, the correct relationship is that a literal phrase provides a straightforward interpretation of the figurative meaning conveyed by an idiomatic phrase. If you have any more questions or need further explanations, feel free to ask!