Literal and Nonliteral Language

Front

What does it mean when someone says, "I'm feeling blue"?

Back

It means I am feeling sad.

Front

When Mrs. Messina says, "You're a nut!" what type of language is she using?

Back

Nonliteral

Front

If someone says, "That girl is as skinny as a twig!" what type of language is this?

Back

Nonliteral

Front

What does it mean to pick up your art supplies and put them away?

Back

It means to clean up and organize your things.

Front

If I say, "If I live to be one thousand years old, I will never understand the paintings in this museum," what type of meaning is this?

Back

Nonliteral Meaning

Front

What is literal language?

Back

Language that means exactly what it says.

Front

What is nonliteral language?

Back

Language that means something different from the literal meaning.

Front

Give an example of a literal statement.

Back

The sky is blue.

Front

Give an example of a nonliteral statement.

Back

It's raining cats and dogs.

Front

What does it mean when someone says, "I have a heart of stone"?

Back

It means I am not very emotional or caring.