Figurative Language

Whenever you describe something by comparing it to something else, you’re using figurative language. means You’re a weasel! You’re sneaky or a liar

In figurative language, we use words in a very different way. As wise as an owl He’s on cloud 9

Have you ever heard anyone say this before? I can read you like a book! You’re a firework! What a couch potato! As brave as a lion

There are many different types of figurative language There are many different types of figurative language. Today we’ll talk about two types. Similes Metaphors Eat like a pig You’re an angel

Similes Similes compare two things using the words “like” or “as.” Sometimes they make sense, sometimes they can be tricky. I have been working like a dog! As white as snow As light as a feather Fight like cats and dogs Free as a bird

The highway was a parking lot. Metaphors Metaphors compare two things by saying one thing is another thing. Metaphors do NOT use “like” or “as.” The cat is a shadow. My brother is a chicken. My teacher is a dragon. The highway was a parking lot.

Is it a simile or a metaphor? Remember, similes compare two things using “like” or “as.” Metaphors compare things by saying one thing is the other. Metaphors DO NOT use “like” or “as.”

Is it a simile or a metaphor? The world is a stage.

Is it a simile or a metaphor? The test was as difficult as nailing jelly to a tree.

Is it a simile or a metaphor? The best friends are like two peas in a pod.

Is it a simile or a metaphor? Ben’s temper was a volcano.