Keywords Definition, Notes, Examples, and Illustrations

Literal

Simile

Metaphor

Personification

Hyperbole

Figurative Language

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Literal taking words in their usual or most basic sense; (of a

translation) representing the exact words of the original

text

SIMILEA comparison between two unlike things using like, as, or than

“Circus” by Britney Spears

All eyes on me in the center of the ringJust like a circus

When I crack that whip, everybody gon’ tripJust like a circus

“I’m Like a Bird” by Nelly Furtado

I’m like a bird, I’ll only fly away

“Hot and Cold” by Katy PerryYou change your mind

Like a girlchanges clothes!

“Everything” by Michael Buble

You’re a falling star, you’re the getaway car.You’re the line in the sand when I go too far.

“Firework” by Katy Perry

‘Cause baby, you’re a firework

Ricochet, you take your aimFire away, fire away

You shoot me down but I won’t fallI am titanium

METAPHORAn implied comparison of two seemingly unrelated things

“Titanium” by David Guetta

“You with your words like knives...”

“Mean” by Taylor Swift

This simile compares words to knives. It expresses the power of words; negative words have the power to slice us to shreds

and wound us deeply.

“My heart’s a stereo. It beats for you so listen close.”

“Stereo Hearts” by Gym Class Heroes

This metaphor compares a stereo to a heart. It shows the effect his lover has on him. His heart beats loudly and sings for the person he

loves.

Shrek: Ogres are like onions.

Donkey: They stink?

Shrek: Yes. No!

Donkey: They make you cry?

Shrek: No!

Donkey: You leave them out in the sun, they get all brown, and start sprouting little white hairs.Shrek: No! Layers! Onions have layers! Ogres have layers!

Write a simile or metaphor for each of your immediate family members.

Draw a family tree.

Explain your figurative language in one sentence.

Underline what is being compared.

Include a small picture to accompany your figurative language.

Figurative Language Family Tree

My mom is as sweet as honey. She is the most loving person I know.

My dad is like the North Star.He lovingly guides me in the right direction.

Michael is kinder than a saint.He never complains, but he is always sacrificing for others.

Marie is as precious as a diamond!She is beautiful inside and out!

My husband is the sun.He is the center of my world;)

Chris is a battery.He is so full of life and is always bursting with

non-stop energy!

“Concrete Jungle” by Bob Marley

No sun will shine in my day todayThe high yellow moon won’t come out to play

“Thriller” by Michael JacksonYou try to scream but terror takes the sound

before you make itYou start to freeze as horror looks you right

between the eyes

I’m never gonna dance againGuilty feet have got no rhythm

Though it’s easy to pretend. I know you’re not a fool......Time can never mend...

To the heart and mind...ignorance is kind

“Careless Whisper” by George Michael

PERSONIFICATIONGiving human characteristics to animals, things, or ideas

Here are some examples of personification:

The$sailboat$danced$gracefully$across$the$sea.

The$flames$ate$hungrily$at$the$burning$house.

The$once$proud$trees$kneeled$before$the$storm.

The$big,$fat$rock$sat$lazily$by$the$stream.

HyperboleThe use of exaggeration to make a strong impact

I would fly to the moon and back if you’ll be...If you’ll be my baby

“To the Moon and Back” by Savage Garden

“So Happy I could Die” by Lady Gaga

So happy I could dieBe your best friend

Yeah, I’ll love you forever

“Back to Back” by Amy Winehouse

We only said goodbye with wordsI died a hundred times

Hyperboles can also be other types of figurative languageYou$snore$as$loud$as$a$freight$train!

She$is$the$internet$of$knowledge!

My$crying$heart$shattered$into$a$million$pieces.

simile

personification

metaphor

Are these examples of figurative language?

• She is better at chess than she was last year.

• He has laser eyes that can see through the darkness.

• She is like a busy bee who works all day long.

• He is the king of the playground!

• She is the key to my heart!

• He is as happy as a child in a candy store!

Step 1: Find song lyrics that show two examples of figurative language.

Step 2: Write the lyrics on the cover of your foldable. Indicate the song title and artist.

Step 3: Provide a literal illustration of the lyrics you chose.

Step 4: Identify the types of figurative languages used in the lyrics and interpret what is being said.

Show What You Know

*Choose appropriate examples.

“Perfection is a disease of a

nation. Pretty hurts.”

Pretty HurtsBy: Beyonce

These lyrics are examples of a metaphor and personification, “Perfection is a

disease of a nation” is a metaphor that compares the pursuit of perfection to

something sickening and harmful. “Pretty hurts” is an example of personification that gives “pretty” a human emotion. Because

perfection is unattainable, people who strive for it will suffer as they doubt

themselves and do anything it takes to be flawless.

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