Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Calques.
Calques - as a noun
An expression introduced into one language by translating it from another language
Example: "`superman' is a calque for the german `ubermensch'"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calque formationloan translationExample Sentences
"In English, many words have been borrowed from other languages, resulting in calques."
"Some languages actively discourage the use of calques and encourage the creation of new words instead."
"In Chinese, there are many calques from English due to the influence of Western culture."
"Some languages, like Finnish, actively create calques to preserve their own linguistic identity."
"Linguists study calques to understand the historical and cultural influences on languages."
Word Game Points
Is CALQUES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, calques is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CALQUES has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is CALQUES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, calques is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCALQUES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is CALQUES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, calques is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCALQUES has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
