Questions tagged [circumlocution]

Expressing a concept in more words than necessary, especially because of a lack of vocabulary

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How can I improve my L2 skills in circumlocution?

I don't always know a word in my target language. Some people seem like geniuses when it comes to speaking with a limited vocabulary, by substituting other words, or explaining the concept in an indirect, but concise manner. If I find myself…
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