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Keywords Definition, Notes, Examples, and Illustrations
Literal
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Figurative Language
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Literal taking words in their usual or most basic sense; (of a
translation) representing the exact words of the original
text
SIMILEA comparison between two unlike things using like, as, or than
“Circus” by Britney Spears
All eyes on me in the center of the ringJust like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon’ tripJust like a circus
“I’m Like a Bird” by Nelly Furtado
I’m like a bird, I’ll only fly away
“Hot and Cold” by Katy PerryYou change your mind
Like a girlchanges clothes!
“Everything” by Michael Buble
You’re a falling star, you’re the getaway car.You’re the line in the sand when I go too far.
“Firework” by Katy Perry
‘Cause baby, you’re a firework
Ricochet, you take your aimFire away, fire away
You shoot me down but I won’t fallI am titanium
METAPHORAn implied comparison of two seemingly unrelated things
“Titanium” by David Guetta
“You with your words like knives...”
“Mean” by Taylor Swift
This simile compares words to knives. It expresses the power of words; negative words have the power to slice us to shreds
and wound us deeply.
“My heart’s a stereo. It beats for you so listen close.”
“Stereo Hearts” by Gym Class Heroes
This metaphor compares a stereo to a heart. It shows the effect his lover has on him. His heart beats loudly and sings for the person he
loves.
Shrek: Ogres are like onions.
Donkey: They stink?
Shrek: Yes. No!
Donkey: They make you cry?
Shrek: No!
Donkey: You leave them out in the sun, they get all brown, and start sprouting little white hairs.Shrek: No! Layers! Onions have layers! Ogres have layers!
Write a simile or metaphor for each of your immediate family members.
Draw a family tree.
Explain your figurative language in one sentence.
Underline what is being compared.
Include a small picture to accompany your figurative language.
Figurative Language Family Tree
My mom is as sweet as honey. She is the most loving person I know.
My dad is like the North Star.He lovingly guides me in the right direction.
Michael is kinder than a saint.He never complains, but he is always sacrificing for others.
Marie is as precious as a diamond!She is beautiful inside and out!
My husband is the sun.He is the center of my world;)
Chris is a battery.He is so full of life and is always bursting with
non-stop energy!
“Concrete Jungle” by Bob Marley
No sun will shine in my day todayThe high yellow moon won’t come out to play
“Thriller” by Michael JacksonYou try to scream but terror takes the sound
before you make itYou start to freeze as horror looks you right
between the eyes
I’m never gonna dance againGuilty feet have got no rhythm
Though it’s easy to pretend. I know you’re not a fool......Time can never mend...
To the heart and mind...ignorance is kind
“Careless Whisper” by George Michael
PERSONIFICATIONGiving human characteristics to animals, things, or ideas
Here are some examples of personification:
The$sailboat$danced$gracefully$across$the$sea.
The$flames$ate$hungrily$at$the$burning$house.
The$once$proud$trees$kneeled$before$the$storm.
The$big,$fat$rock$sat$lazily$by$the$stream.
HyperboleThe use of exaggeration to make a strong impact
I would fly to the moon and back if you’ll be...If you’ll be my baby
“To the Moon and Back” by Savage Garden
“So Happy I could Die” by Lady Gaga
So happy I could dieBe your best friend
Yeah, I’ll love you forever
“Back to Back” by Amy Winehouse
We only said goodbye with wordsI died a hundred times
Hyperboles can also be other types of figurative languageYou$snore$as$loud$as$a$freight$train!
She$is$the$internet$of$knowledge!
My$crying$heart$shattered$into$a$million$pieces.
simile
personification
metaphor
Are these examples of figurative language?
• She is better at chess than she was last year.
• He has laser eyes that can see through the darkness.
• She is like a busy bee who works all day long.
• He is the king of the playground!
• She is the key to my heart!
• He is as happy as a child in a candy store!
Step 1: Find song lyrics that show two examples of figurative language.
Step 2: Write the lyrics on the cover of your foldable. Indicate the song title and artist.
Step 3: Provide a literal illustration of the lyrics you chose.
Step 4: Identify the types of figurative languages used in the lyrics and interpret what is being said.
Show What You Know
*Choose appropriate examples.
“Perfection is a disease of a
nation. Pretty hurts.”
Pretty HurtsBy: Beyonce
These lyrics are examples of a metaphor and personification, “Perfection is a
disease of a nation” is a metaphor that compares the pursuit of perfection to
something sickening and harmful. “Pretty hurts” is an example of personification that gives “pretty” a human emotion. Because
perfection is unattainable, people who strive for it will suffer as they doubt
themselves and do anything it takes to be flawless.
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