What Are Figures of Speech, and Why Should Writers Use Them?
Metaphor, simile, analogy, personification and hyperbole.
Writing is all about communication.
Emphasis, clarity and expression are all features of the engaging written word and are essential clues for readers.
True, even if the author is the sole reader.
But communication is not always easy.
Using figures of speech can help to convey our message compellingly and beneficially to the reader.
Most of us have heard the phrase figure of speech
But
What are figures of speech?
Figures of speech techniques
There are many figures of speech in the English language, probably more than twenty. For the purpose of this story, I will concentrate on five of the most well-known.
Mastering the art of writing involves mastering different techniques, and knowing how to use figures of speech like metaphors, similes, analogy, personification, and hyperbole can make a huge difference in your writing.
A simple explanation of some figures of speech with examples
Metaphor — describes one thing by saying it is…
