Figures-of-Speech--Making-Language-Come-Alive!.pptx

Simile
A simile is a direct comparison between two different things, using the words "like" or "as". It's a way to describe something by saying it is similar to something else.

Example: "He is as strong as an ox."

Example: "Her smile was bright like the sun."

Metaphor
A metaphor is a direct comparison without using "like" or "as." It states that one thing is another thing to suggest a similarity between them.

Example: "The world is a stage."

Example: "He is a shining star."

Personification
Personification gives human qualities, actions, or feelings to inanimate objects or abstract ideas.

Example: "The wind howled in the night."

Example: "The sun smiled down on us."

Hyperbole
Hyperbole is an exaggeration used for emphasis or effect. It's an over-the-top statement that's not meant to be taken literally.

Example: "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."

Example: "I've told you a million times."

Alliteration
Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

Example: "She sells seashells by the seashore."

Example: "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."

Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia is the use of words that imitate the natural sounds of a thing.

Example: "The buzz of the bee."

Example: "The clock went tick-tock."

Idiom
An idiom is a phrase or expression whose meaning cannot be deduced from the literal definitions of the words that make it up. Its meaning is culturally understood and often figurative.

Example: "It's raining cats and dogs." (Meaning: It's raining very heavily.)

Example: "That test was a piece of cake." (Meaning: It was very easy.)







description on figures of speech


A figure of speech is a word or phrase that deviates from its literal meaning to create a more impactful, creative, or rhetorical effect. These devices enrich language, making it more engaging and memorable. They are a core part of both written and spoken communication, found in everything from poetry and literature to everyday conversations.

Common Figures of Speech
Simile: A direct comparison between two different things using the words "like" or "as".

Example: "The runner was as fast as lightning."

Metaphor: A direct comparison that states one thing is another, implying a similarity without using "like" or "as."

Example: "The world is a stage."

Personification: Giving human qualities, actions, or emotions to inanimate objects, animals, or abstract ideas.

Example: "The sun smiled down on us."

Hyperbole: An exaggeration used for emphasis or effect, not meant to be taken literally.

Example: "I've told you a million times."

Alliteration: The repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

Example: "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."

Onomatopoeia: The use of words that imitate the natural sounds of a thing.

Example: "The clock went tick-tock."

Idiom: A phrase whose meaning is not obvious from the individual words, with a culturally understood figurative meaning.

Exam

1. Figures of speech

2. What Are Figures of Speech? Special ways we use words to create effects Make our writing and speaking more interesting Help readers understand ideas better Three main types we'll learn today: Similes Metaphors Personification

3. Let's Meet Similes! A simile compares two unlike things using "like" or "as" Example: Her voice was as soft as a whisper Example: The puppy's fur feels like silk Makes descriptions more vivid and fun Helps readers create pictures in their minds

4. Simile Practice Time Complete these similes: The stars twinkled like ______ She ran as fast as _______ The baby's skin was as smooth as _______ The thunder rumbled like _______

5. Introducing Metaphors A metaphor directly compares two unlike things Doesn't use "like" or "as" Example: Her eyes were diamonds sparkling Example: My brother is a clown Makes writing more powerful and interesting

6. Similes vs. Metaphors Simile: The baby is like an angelMetaphor: The baby is an angelSimile: Her voice is as sweet as honeyMetaphor: Her voice is honeyRemember: Metaphors say something IS something else

7. Metaphor Practice Find the metaphors: The classroom was a zoo Time is money Life is a roller coaster My mom is sunshine in the morning

8. Welcome to Personification Giving human qualities to non-human things Makes objects and animals seem like people Example: The wind whispered Example: The flowers danced in the breeze Makes writing more exciting and fun

9. Personification Examples The stars winked at me The tree waved its branches The car coughed and refused to start The sun smiled down on us The clouds marched across the sky

10. Spotting Personification Circle the human action in each sentence: The leaves jumped off the trees The moon peeked through the clouds The cookies begged to be eaten The pencil danced across the paper

11. Fun with All Three Simile: The moon was like a nightlightMetaphor: The moon is a silver pennyPersonification: The moon watched over the cityCan you see how each one is different?

12. Your Turn to Create! Write one of each about RAIN: Simile: Rain is like... Metaphor: Rain is... Personification: The rain...

13. Real-World Examples In Books and Songs: "Life is like a box of chocolates" (Simile) "All the world's a stage" (Metaphor) "The sun kissed my cheeks" (Personification)

14. Quick Review Game What type of figure of speech is each? The snow is a white blanket The car growled to life Her voice is like music The thunder is an angry giant

15. Time to Practice! Your Writing Challenge: Pick your favorite animal Write a simile about it Write a metaphor about it Write a personification about it Share with a partner!