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What figurative language is this?
Figurative language is when you describe something by comparing it to something else. The words or phrases that are used don’t have a literal meaning. It uses metaphors, allusions, similes, hyperboles and other examples to help describe the object you are talking about.
What figure of speech is metaphor?
Metaphors. A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn’t literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison. Here are the basics: A metaphor states that one thing is another thing.
What are the 5 examples of simile?
Following are some more examples of similes regularly used in writing:
- You were as brave as a lion.
- They fought like cats and dogs.
- He is as funny as a barrel of monkeys.
- This house is as clean as a whistle.
- He is as strong as an ox.
- Your explanation is as clear as mud.
- Watching the show was like watching grass grow.
Is they fought like cats and dogs a simile or metaphor?
A simile is used to compare two things using the words ‘like’ and ‘as’. , Lillian used the figure of speech, “they fought like cats and dogs” to explain how much her children argue. B. In this simile, we see that whoever “they” are, they fight pretty viciously.
How do you identify figures of speech?
A figure of speech is a word or phrase that possesses a separate meaning from its literal meaning. It can be a metaphor or a simile, designed to make a comparison. It can be the repetition of alliteration or exaggeration of hyperbole to provide a dramatic effect.
What is figurative language and examples?
Figurative language creates comparisons by linking the senses and the concrete to abstract ideas. Words or phrases are used in a non-literal way for particular effect, for example simile, metaphor, personification.
What are the 5 example of metaphor?
Everyday Life Metaphors The cast on his broken leg was a plaster shackle. Laughter is the music of the soul. America is a melting pot. Her lovely voice was music to his ears.
What is an example of alliteration?
As a method of linking words for effect, alliteration is also called head rhyme or initial rhyme. For example, “humble house”, “potential power play”, “picture perfect”, “money matters”, “rocky road”, or “quick question”. A familiar example is “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers”.
What is the simile of as strong as?
as an ox
List of AS… AS Similes
| as happy as a lark | very happy |
|---|---|
| as strong as an ox | very strong |
| as stubborn as a mule | very stubborn, obstinate |
| as sturdy as an oak | very strong and solid |
| as sure as death and taxes | absolutely certain to happen |
What does the calm lake was a mirror?
The calm lake was a mirror. This metaphor suggests that when the lake is calm it looks like a mirror. When water is still it is very reflective and can be described as a mirror. Another way to think about it is, while playing at a lake, if you go out too far, you can get lost.