What type of phrase is 'living at home'?

alexdlinz · 2021-06-01 11:16:56

My Spanish friend who came to learn English here in Ireland was confused by that statement. The teacher was saying "It's a bit unusual for someone to be still living at home at 24". He took it literally and asked "Where else would they live?". I know the phrase means "with your parents". Is it considered a metaphor/simile?

01-06-2021 11:16AM

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My Spanish friend who came to learn English here in Ireland was confused by that statement. The teacher was saying "It's a bit unusual for someone to be still living at home at 24". He took it literally and asked "Where else would they live?".

I know the phrase means "with your parents". Is it considered a metaphor/simile?

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