Literal or Figurative?

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What does 'figurative' mean?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It often involves metaphors, similes, and idioms.

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What does 'literal' mean?

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Literal language means exactly what it says, without any exaggeration or metaphor. It is the straightforward meaning of words.

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Give an example of figurative language.

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'It's raining cats and dogs' is an example of figurative language, meaning it's raining heavily.

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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 saying one is the other, e.g., 'Time is a thief.'

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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 'like' or 'as', e.g., 'Her smile is like the sun.'

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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, e.g., 'Kick the bucket' means to die.

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How can you tell if a statement is literal or figurative?

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Look for clues in the context. If the statement can be taken at face value, it's literal. If it uses comparisons or exaggerations, it's likely figurative.

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What does 'putting your heart into something' mean?

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It means to put a lot of effort, passion, and dedication into an activity or task.

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What does 'my heart breaks for you' imply?

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It expresses sympathy or compassion for someone who is experiencing sadness or hardship.

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What does 'follow your heart' suggest?

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It suggests making decisions based on your feelings or emotions rather than logic or reason.