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John B
Hello, here is a question for learners of English.
What does "doesn't half" mean when used in a sentence?
Fore example...
"My brother doesn't half love chocolate."
A. The person doesn't like chocolate.
B. The person is allergic to chocolate.
C. The person loves chocolate.
18 déc. 2024 18:02
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The correct answer is:
C. The person loves chocolate.
Explanation:
In British English, the phrase "doesn't half" is often used informally to mean "really" or "very much." It emphasizes the statement, so the sentence:
"My brother doesn't half love chocolate"
actually means "My brother really loves chocolate."
This usage might be confusing because of the negative-sounding structure, but it’s positive in meaning when used this way.
20 décembre 2024
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John B
Compétences linguistiques
Anglais, Espagnol
Langue étudiée
Espagnol
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