Language Techniques

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Describe what each of these techniques are
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Metaphor Comparission between two different things
Simile A comparison between two things using like or as
Onomatopoeia When the sound of a word imitates the meaning or noise of the action described.
Assonance The same vowel sounds in words of close proximity
Alliteration The repetition of consonant sounds, usually at the start of the words
Euphemism The nice way of saying something offensive etc.
Irony The ordinary expression of the word is the opposite of what is intended. e.g. I DONUT understand you
Connotation The implied or suggested meaning of a word. e.g. Connotation of mother is 'female ' 'caring' 'sensible' 'loving' etc.
Simple sentance One clause, one completed verb. e.g. The sun shone all day
Oxymoron Two words or phrases of opposite or contrasting meaning placed together for effect. e.g. deafening silence
Sibilance The repetition of the consonant 's' or 'z' to give a hissing sound.
Rhyme The repetition of sounds at the end of lines.
Repetition Repeating the same word throughout a piece of writing. It emphasizes an idea and makes it more memorable.
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