Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a way of using words to create a special effect or meaning, often by comparing things or describing them in imaginative ways.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a simile?

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

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What is a proverb/adage?

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A proverb or adage is a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice.

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Example of a metaphor: 'Time is a thief.' What does it mean?

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It means that time steals moments from our lives, suggesting that it passes quickly.

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Example of a simile: 'She sings like an angel.' What does it mean?

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It means that her singing is very beautiful, comparing her voice to that of an angel.

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Example of hyperbole: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.' What does it mean?

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It means that the person is very hungry, but it is an exaggeration.

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What does 'break a leg' mean in idiomatic expression?

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It is a way to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.