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    Figures of Speech (By Tr Thin Zar Aung)

    A figure of speech is a deviation from the ordinary use of words in order to increase their
    effectiveness. Basically, it is a figurative language that may consist of a single word or phrase. It may
    be a simile, a metaphor or personification to convey the meaning other than the literal meaning.
    Importance of Figure of Speech-

    1. It enhances the beauty of the writing. It makes the sentence deeper and leaves the reader with
    a sense of wonder. It brings life to the words used by the writer.
    2. The figure of Speech not only shows the writers intent but also his purpose of using such
    language.
    3. It adds flavour to the writing and makes it so much more enjoyable for the reader.

    Types of Figure Of Speech


    Simile-
    In a simile, two things which are completely unlocked are compared with each other. A simile is
    introduced by words such as like, so, as etc.
    Examples-

    • The flower is as pretty as a picture.


    • As slippery as an eel
    • Like peas in a pod
    • As blind as a bat
    • Eats like a pig

    Metaphor-
    It is an informal or implied simile in which the words “like’ ‘as’ are avoided. For example, “He is like a
    Giant. (Simile) “and “He is a Giant. (metaphor)”. Examples-
    • You are an apple of my eye.
    • Ocean’s sound is music to my ear.
    • Heart of stone
    • She's a night owl

    Personification-
    In Personification, non-living things, abstract ideas or qualities are mentioned as humans or living
    things.
    Example-

    • Angry clouds surrounded the island.


    • Earth was thirsty for water.
    • The flowers nodded.
    • The fog crept in.

    Onomatopoeia-
    It is the figure of speech where the word is used to describe a sound. When we explain any action by
    putting the sounds into language, it is known as onomatopoeia. Example-
    • I could hear the leaves rustling and wind howling.
    • Bam! He hit the truck at the speed of 80 kmph.
    Hyperbole-
    Hyperbole is when you use the words to exaggerate what you mean or emphasize a point. It is used to
    make something seem bigger or more important than it actually is. Example-
    • It has been ages that I have had a proper meal.
    • Usain Bolt runs faster than the wind.

    Alliteration-
    It is the series of words which begin with the same letter. Alliteration consists of the repetition of a
    sound or of a letter at the beginning of two or more words. For Example-
    • Dirty dolphins dove across the ocean.
    • Purple pandas painted portraits.
    • Grab and Go
    • Crazy crocodile crawl like a crab

    Assonance

    Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds (not just letters) in words that are close together. The
    sounds don't have to be at the beginning of the word. Examples -

    • A - For the rare and radiant maiden whom the angels named Lenore. (Poe)
    • E - Therefore, all seasons shall be sweet to thee. (Coleridge)
    • I - From what I've tasted of desire, I hold with those who favor fire. (Frost)
    • O - Oh hear old Triton blow his wreathed horn. (Wordsworth)

    Oxymoron-
    An Oxymoron is when two words are used together in a sentence but they seem to be in contrast with
    each other. An oxymoron is a figure of speech that willingly uses two differing ideas. This
    contradiction creates a paradoxical(illogical/ opposite) image in the reader or listener's mind that
    creates a new concept or meaning for the whole. Example-
    • Life is bittersweet.
    • They knew they could feel the joyful sadness on his arrival.

    Proverb

    A proverb is a short saying or piece of folk wisdom that emerges from the general culture rather than
    being written by an author. Proverbs often use metaphors to express a truth. Example-

    • If you chase two rabbits, you will lose them both. (Russian Proverb)

    This proverb is an expression of the general advice that one should choose a single goal and focus on
    it, rather than trying to do too much and thus failing to accomplish anything.

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