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What is Figurative Language?

Whenever you describe something by comparing it with something else,
you are using figurative language. 



Simile

A simile uses the words “like” or “as”
to compare one object or idea with another to suggest they are alike.
Example: busy as a bee



Metaphor

The metaphor states a fact or draws a verbal picture by the use of comparison.
A simile would say you are like something; a metaphor is more positive - it says you are something.
Example: You are what you eat.



Personification  

A figure of speech in which human characteristics are given
to an animal or an object. Example: My teddy bear gave me a hug.



Alliteration

The repetition of the same initial letter, sound, or group of sounds in a series of words.
Alliteration includes tongue twisters. Example: She sells seashells by the seashore.



Onomatopoeia

The use of a word to describe or imitate a natural sound or the sound
made by an object or an action. Example: snap crackle pop



Hyperbole

An exaggeration that is so dramatic that no one would believe the statement is true.
Tall tales are hyperboles.
Example: He was so hungry, he ate that whole cornfield for lunch, stalks and all.



Idioms

IDIOMS can be the most confusing part of any language.

Idioms are sayings that have hidden meanings.
The expressions don't mean exactly what the words say. 
Example: "A piece of cake" means something that is very easily accomplished.

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