Does the word "tool" have another meaning?
Can "tool" be a slang or have another meaning?
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Yes it does a a different meaning in slang. It means someone with an overly inflated ego. They try to act cooler than they are. Synonyms for tool: douchebag, faker and a**hole
Yes, a tool can be a object used to complete a task. However is you call someone a "tool" it is seen as an insult, your basically telling the person they are not too bright.
It can be used in different contexts. A tool could be tangible or intangible depending on the purpose. For eg. a teaching tool, mechanical tool, etc. have different forms and purpose.
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Yes, it does have a slang meaning. Literal tool is for example, a hammer or a screwdriver. A tool can also be a person however. In the slang context it means someone dumb, or even useless. A muppet, a moron. "I would call him a tool, but tools are useful".
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Tool, besides it's literal meaning as an object used to fix/build something physically, can also be used as an insult in an informal situation. Tool = idiot, a bit arrogant or a dumb**s. In context: "Seriously, Jake is such a tool! He's always showing off and trying to be funny.. he's so not funny. What a tool". Hope this helps. Message me for any more help or assistance. If you would like me to your language coach, then make sure to book a trial lesson. Dale :)
Yes, "tool" as a slang can be used as an insult
Yes, it can have the same meaning as a fool or an idiot. It is usually used when someone has done or said something stupid or unkind.
Hi Satomi, Tool can be like a spanner, screwdriver, hammer, or a multitude of things that are used to work on something or complete a task. it can also mean penis in its slang form.
Yes! The word "tool" can be used as slang. Saying somebody is a tool means that they're being stupid or foolish.
It is a device usually used to carry out a particular function.
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Not so genius, but this has worked with my Asian and Latino students: Substitute all "Th-" in words with a "D-", as it is an easier starting point e.g. instead of "The", ask them to say De(almost like a form of pidgin english: de boi VS the boy). Its a matter of throat to tongue, where sounds with "T" and "D" are easier to begin with and then you will gradually progress to the "Th-" sounds as the find confindence and comfort. You could always tell them to pretend they are blowing out candles on a birthday cake; and for the "Th" sound their tongue should gently touch their teeth, like in words like "Thin" or "This". Have them practice the not so elated soft "Th" sound-- its like their tongue is having a short siesta on their teeth! Such a mental jounery and lots of creativity will get you through a lot of pronounciation hurdles.
