Language Techniques Flashcards
Learn all the possible techniques in the list
What’s an antithesis?
person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.
Hope for the best; prepare for the worst
What’s colloquialism?
bruddah,wassup
use of informal words, phrases or even slang in a piece of writing.
What’s a connotation?
feelings or associations with words/phrases which we can use to add to the suggested meanings of the language or imagery.
Strong, tough,
What’s ellipsis?
a situation in which words are left out of a sentence but the sentence can still be understood.
What’s foreshadowing?
a hint, warning or indication of a future event.
What’s irony?
The child of a formula one driver not being able to drive
the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning - saying the opposite of what is true/real.
What’s juxtaposition?
when two things are seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
What’s symbolism?
when one idea, feeling, emotion or other concept is represented by something else. They reflect the figurative meaning of a picture, object, colour,
What’s imagery?
language and description that appeals to the five senses (smell, sight, taste, touch and hearing). Often, imagery includes similes, metaphors,
What’s anthropomorphism?
when we make something that is not human do or say things that make them seem human. For example, the Sorting Hat talks in Harry Potter.
What’s atmosphere?
tone or feeling created in a piece of creative work
What’s pathos?
language creates pity or sadness in the reader.
What’s sarcasm?
Sarcasm is the use of irony to mock somebody or something.
What’s a simile?
a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
What’s a metaphor?
a figure of speech in which you say something is another thing. You create an analogy to compare or liken the two things.
What’s pathetic fallacy?
when a writer gives human emotions to things that are not human, such as objects, animals or, most commonly, the weather
What’s personification?
when you give human characteristics to something non-human to create imagery.
What’s a pun?
is a joke or a play on words which exploits the different possible meanings of a word
What’s an oxymoron?
when two contrasting ideas are combined for dramatic effect or to create a comedic effect.
What’s a hyperbole?
exaggerated statement, not meant to be taken literally, but used to create a dramatic effect
