Literature: Use of simile and Metaphors in Sentence - JSS1 English Language Lesson Note

Literature - Use of Simile and Metaphor

Introduction to Figurative Language:
figurative language  can be  defined as language that goes beyond the literal meaning of words to create vivid images or comparisons.
Explain the difference between literal and figurative language.
Literal language refers to words and phrases that convey their meaning directly and exactly as defined in a dictionary. It is straightforward and does not involve any additional interpretation or hidden meanings. For example, saying "It's raining cats and dogs" in a literal sense would mean that heavy rain is falling, without implying the presence of actual cats and dogs.

On the other hand, figurative language involves the use of words or expressions in a non-literal manner to create imaginative or evocative descriptions. It adds depth and richness to language by employing figures of speech such as metaphors, similes, personification, and idioms. Figurative language allows writers to convey abstract concepts, emotions, or sensory experiences in a more vivid and engaging way. For instance, when someone says "He's a shining star," they are using a metaphor to suggest that the person possesses admirable qualities or achievements, rather than being an actual celestial body emitting light.

It includes devices like simile and metaphor, which compare things in creative ways.

Simile:
   - Defining simile as a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as."
 Simile compares two unlike things using "like" or "as."
Examples:
"Her smile is as bright as the sun."
"He runs like a cheetah."

Metaphor:
metaphor as a figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things by stating that one thing is another. Metaphor directly equates two unlike things by stating that one thing is another.
Examples:
"The world is a stage."
"Time is a thief."

Identifying Similes and Metaphors:
Look out for comparisons using "like," "as," or direct statements of equivalence.
To be able Practice we have to be able identify similes and metaphors in poems, stories, and everyday language.

Effectiveness of Similes and Metaphors:
Similes and metaphors create vivid imagery and convey complex ideas in a concise manner.
Analyze how similes and metaphors enhance understanding and evoke emotions in literature.
  Literary Analysis:
  One has to explore  how authors use similes and metaphors to develop characters, settings, and themes.
Discussing on the symbolic meanings and deeper implications of figurative language in literature.