what is paraphrasing and its function?

Answer 1

To paraphrase something is to say it in other words. Paraphrasing has two related functions: 1) it better explains difficult concepts by using simpler terminology, 2) it demonstrates to your teacher that you understand the material you're reading.

Answer 2

Paraphrasing is the act in which a statement or remark is explained in other words or another way — as to clarify the meaning, or when a direct quotation is unavailable. Often, a paraphrase might substitute a euphemism for an actual statement, in order to avoid offense. As with a quotation, a paraphrase is introduced by a verbum dicendi, or disclaimer.

Characteristics of a well-done paraphrase

* It is not a summary.
* It does not contain words or phrases from the original (plagiarism).
* It includes all minor details from original.
* The meaning of the writing being paraphrased is clearer to the reader than in the original text.
* It restates the thesis.
* It is usually as long as, or longer than, the original.

Answer 3

Paraphrasing is retelling the original statement in your own words.
It's function: to prove you understood what you read; to prove that you didn't just cut and paste or copy from someone else's work; to prove you know what you're talking about (writing about).

Answer 4

Is: Saying something somebody said or wrote... abouts. Almost a quote.
function: Cover up bad memory... or making it fit that particular situation.