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Simile/Metaphor: It's a Figure of Speech
Mr. Griot explains and models writing similes and metaphors.
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Metaphor Meanings
“Metaphor Meanings” is a video that discusses metaphors and compares their literal and figurative meanings.
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Figurative Language: Idioms, Similes, and Metaphors
Mr. Griot examines some common idioms and identifies similes and metaphors.
Wonderscape
Understanding Similes: The Art of Comparison in Language
This video examines similes, a key figure of speech used for comparison in writing. It explains how similes, characterized by the use of "like" or "as," differ from metaphors and enhance clarity and impact in communication. The video...
Wonderscape
Exploring the Power of Figurative Language: Metaphors and Beyond
This video explores figurative language's role in writing, focusing on metaphors, similes, allusions, personification, and hyperbole. It highlights how these devices enhance understanding and persuasion, using examples and interactive...
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Metaphors and Similes
Metaphors and Similes explores metaphors and similes by interpreting literal and figurative meanings.
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Figurative Language: Creating Meaning with Comparisons
This video will help students understand the critical role of comparative figurative language (metaphor, simile, and personification) in establishing theme in poetry.
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Metaphor and Similes
Learn the difference between metaphors and similes and understand why these two figurative language devices are so important in writing.
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How to Use Examples, Analogies, Similes and Metaphors when Writing your Essay
In this video, I break down how to use examples, metaphors, analogies, and similes to build and explain your ideas in your writing. You can use these in your paragraphs and essays to take your ideas to the next level. I explain the...
Schooling Online
English Essentials - Powering Through Prose - Narrative Style, Techniques & Figurative Language in Prose Fiction (Stage 4, Years/Grades 7-8)
Our second lesson will zoom into the finer elements of prose fiction. We’ll tackle narrative style, techniques and figurative language. You’ll discover a writer’s number one rule – show, don’t tell. Soon enough, you’ll have all the tools...
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20 Common English Phrases for Describing Things | Common English Similes
Learn 20 common English phrases for describing things using common English similes. Feel free to write your own similes in the comments section below.
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Common British Idioms but What is an Idiom?
Let's first answer the question 'what is an idiom?' then we will look at the most common British idioms and phrases with meanings and examples. Timestamps and links are below! 0:07 What is an idiom? 1:53 What is figurative language? 2:40...
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Understanding Figurative Language in Writing
In this video, the teacher explains the use of figurative language in writing, focusing on five key tools: metaphor, simile, allusion, personification, and hyperbole. Through examples and explanations, the teacher helps students...
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Using Similes to Make Your Writing More Expressive
In this video, the teacher explains the concept of similes and how they can be used to make writing more expressive. The students are guided through examples and exercises to practice using similes in their own writing.
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Metaphor vs Simile - Poetry Defined
The great debate is here! In this episode, we break down what a Metaphor and Simile is, how they are similar and different. We also have a decisive winner at the end!
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Writing Lively and Engaging Stories: Adding Similes
In this video lesson, students will learn how to write lively and engaging stories by incorporating similes. The teacher reviews the definition of a simile and explains how it can enhance storytelling. Students are guided through the...
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Colombian Pres. gives news conference, comments on hostages
1. Pan from journalists to Colombian President Alvaro Uribe at news conference
2. SOUNDBITE: (Spanish, followed by translation into French) Alvaro Uribe, President of Colombia
(he is talking about conditions for establishing a safe...
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Similes and Metaphors
It only takes 90 seconds for this student to explain the differences between a simile and a metaphor. He gives examples of different phrases, along with helpful definition.