Figurative Language

Front

What is figurative language?

Back

Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes metaphors, similes, personification, and more.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

Front

Give an example of a metaphor.

Back

"Time is a thief." This means that time steals moments from our lives.

Front

What is onomatopoeia?

Back

Onomatopoeia is a word that sounds like what it describes, such as 'buzz', 'sizzle', or 'bang'.

Front

Give an example of onomatopoeia.

Back

The word 'clang' is an example of onomatopoeia because it sounds like the noise made when metal hits metal.

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally.

Front

Give an example of hyperbole.

Back

"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!" This is an exaggeration to express extreme hunger.

Front

What is personification?

Back

Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

Front

Give an example of personification.

Back

"The wind whispered through the trees." Here, the wind is given the human ability to whisper.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.