Language techniques

english

Alliteration

Repetition of a consonant, especially at the start of words

Repetition

Using a specific word or phrase several times

Analogy

A figure of speech that identify a similarity between two different things. For an analogy, the comparison is made clear and obvious, and often a lot more detailed.

Similes

the use of the word ‘like’ or ‘as’ when drawing the comparison.

Metaphor

does not use the word ‘like’ or ‘as’ and instead just states that some thing ‘is’ something else

Exaggeration

exaggerates the true situation for dramatic impact

Hyperbole

Hyperbole is an exaggeration that is deliberately humorous and over the top, often to deliberately draw attention to the ridiculousness of a situation (not meant to be taken literally, but do have an element of truth)

Pun

A pin is a language technique that uses a word or phrase with more than one meaning or words that sound similar to create humor, make a message memorable. or emphasize an idea”

What technique? “We need to clean up our act and stop littering at lunchtime”

Pun

What technique “there’s enough rubbish on the playground to fill a hundred bins!”

Exaggeration

What technique? “Our school will be buried under mountains of rubbish!”

Hyperbole

What technique? “A school os like a garden. If gardens water the plants, pull out weeds, and care for the soil, the garden becomes a beautiful place for everyone to enjoy. In the same way, when students pick up rubbish, respect school property, and help keep their surroundings clean, the school grows into a welcoming and positive environment”

Analogy

What technique? “A clean school shines like a lighthouse, attracting new families and students”

Similes

What technique? “A clean school becomes a shining lighthouse, attracting new families and students”

Metaphor

What technique? “Pick up your rubbish. Pick up your responsibility. Pick up your pride in our school.”

Repetition

What technique? “Keep our campus clean, colorful, and cared for”

Alliteration