Types of

Figurative Language
( Figures of Speech )
 A figure of speech is a word or
phrase that require an intentional
deviation from ordinary language use
in order to produce a rhetorical
effect. It is a word or phrase used in
a non-literal sense for rhetorical or
vivid effect.
Do you know the earliest known use of
figures of speech?

The earliest known use of

figures of speech can be found
in the Holy Bible. The most
commonly used of it in the Holy
Bible are the similes.
 Psalm 23: “The Lord is my Shepherd.”

William Shakespeare: “Anger is like a full-hot

horse, who being allowed his way, self-mettle
tires him.”
 Simile

Metaphor

Euphemism
• A comparison of two things using
“like” or ”as”.
Examples:
a. You were as brave as a lion.
b. The clouds were like ice cream
castles in the sky.
• A comparison of two things without
the use of “like” or “as”.
Examples:
a. Conscience is a man’s compass.
b. Love is a natural force.
 • It is an indirect expression used in
saying something negative without
sounding harsh or impolite.
Examples:
a. He is in-between-jobs. (instead of jobless)
b. She is on the streets. (instead of homeless)
 Read the Poem: Read the given poem
with figures of speech.

Dreams
( by Langston Hughes )
Hold fast to dreams Hold fast to dreams
For if dreams die For when dreams go
Life is a broken-winged bird Life is a barren field
That cannot fly. Frozen with snow.
shepherd A spiritual person who watch
others.

mettle Vigor and strength of spirit or

temperament.
barren Not reproducing or lacking
inspiration or ideas.
 Answer the ff. questions based
on your own idea.

1. Why do you think figure of speech is

important in daily communication?

2. What are the disadvantages of using figures

of speech?
 Make a story about yourself using
figures of speech. Use deep
words and then define them at
the same time using a box. Follow
the format below.

Vocabulary
Story Words
 Write the correct meaning of the
euphemisms below.

1. sanitation worker 6. have words with

2. voluptuous someone
3. physically challenged 7. unmotivated
4. economical with the 8. a little thin on top
truth 9. kick the bucket
5. visually challenged 10. family way