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to get one's tongue around something
to get one's tongue around something
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to be able to pronounce or articulate a difficult word, phrase, or language correctly, especially for non-native speakers
Dialect
American
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Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "get one's tongue around" and when to use it?
The idiom "get one's tongue around" does not have a widely documented or specific origin. It is likely a figurative expression that has evolved over time to describe the effort required to pronounce challenging words or sounds correctly. This idiom emphasizes the need for practice and mastery in articulating difficult linguistic elements.
Examples
I still can't get my tongue around her surname.
