A1 Idiom 非正式

Cat got your tongue?

Why are you quiet?

意思

A question asked when someone is unusually quiet.

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文化背景

It is a very common, lighthearted idiom used by children and adults alike. Often used in the same way, but sometimes paired with other slang.

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Use a smile

Always smile when saying this. It changes the tone from aggressive to playful.

意思

A question asked when someone is unusually quiet.

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Use a smile

Always smile when saying this. It changes the tone from aggressive to playful.

自我测试

When should you use this phrase?

You are at a formal business meeting. Your boss is silent. Do you say:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: c

Never use this idiom in a formal setting.

Complete the phrase.

Why are you so quiet? ______ got your tongue?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: b

The idiom specifically uses 'cat'.

🎉 得分: /2

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练习题库

2 练习
When should you use this phrase? Choose A1

You are at a formal business meeting. Your boss is silent. Do you say:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: c

Never use this idiom in a formal setting.

Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Why are you so quiet? ______ got your tongue?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: b

The idiom specifically uses 'cat'.

🎉 得分: /2

常见问题

1 个问题

No, it is too informal.

相关表达

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Spit it out

similar

Tell me what you are thinking.

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Hold your tongue

contrast

To stay silent on purpose.

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