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2024년 2월 8일

If you want to make people hang onto your every word, if you want to create amazing cover letters to your business proposals, if you want your ideas to inspire - learn how to use FIGURATIVE English.

What is figurative language? It is the art of painting your thoughts with methaphors, phrases or similies. Figurative language can evoke strong emotions in the listener or reader.

Simile


It’s about linking two things with the word “like” or “as.” Comparisons that resonate deeply with things similar to us. 

example: “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.”

Metaphor

A metaphor is when we directly comparing two unrelated items without using the word “like” or “as.” 


example: “America is a melting pot.” 


Personification

This technique lets you attribute human characteristics to non-human entities.

“Because I could not stop for Death, He kindly stopped for me.” – Because I could not stop for Death, Emily Dickinson

Hyperbole

Hyperbole is exaggeration, with hyperbole, you can turn a simple observation into something unforgettable and striking. It’s all about making a big splash with words.

“I’ve told you a thousand times.” – common expression


Onomatopoeia

Onomatopoeia is your tool for creating auditory magic. With onomatopoeia, you can make readers hear the crackle, buzz, or rustle as if they were there, on the scene! 

example: “The rustling leaves kept me awake.”
 – Edgar Allan Poe

CONCLUSION: 
Figurative language isn’t just about making a sentence more decorative. It’s about enhancing meaning, adding layers, and evoking emotions.

Before introducing a metaphor or a simile, ask yourself: Will this reinforce my message, or will it distract from the main point? Always ensure that your figurative expressions serve the broader context and purpose of your communication.

Good luck, my dear writers! 




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