Main Elements: English Vocabulary List

the most important parts or features of something

"Patience is the alpha and omega of teaching."

"For the dedicated athlete winning the championship was the alpha and omega of his entire existence."

the most important or basic facts about something

"The budget covers only the bare bones."

"The budget covers only the bare bones and there is no money for extras or luxuries."

things that are considered the most basic or necessary

"He packed only the bare essentials."

"He packed only the bare essentials for the trip and left his heavy suitcase at home."

small parts that once joined can make a whole

"Trust is the building block of relationships."

"Trust is the building block of relationships and without it nothing else can stand."

the most important aspects or principles of something such as an experience or idea

"Let us get to the nitty-gritty."

"Let us skip the small talk and get down to the nitty gritty of the business deal."

a part of something that is considered its most integral or essential component

"Stress is part and parcel of this job."

"Making mistakes is part and parcel of learning a new language so do not be afraid to try."

the most basic or essential aspects of something

"Learn the nuts and bolts of the job first."

"The training course covers the nuts and bolts of running a small business from budgeting to marketing."

a movement that originates from ordinary people or the general public, rather than from the leaders or officials of an organization or political party

"This is grass roots."

"The environmental movement gained significant momentum through powerful grass roots activism and community engagement."