A figure of speech is a word or phrase that possesses a separate meaning from its literal definition. It can be a metaphor or simile, designed to make a comparison. It can be the repetition of alliteration or the exaggeration of hyperbole to provide a dramatic effect.
In truth, there are a wealth of these literary tools in the English language. But, let's start out by exploring some of the most common figure of speech examples.
Alliteration is the repetition of the beginning sounds of neighboring words.
Examples include:
- She sells seashells.
- Walter wondered where Winnie was.
- Blue baby bonnets bobbed through the bayou.
- Nick needed new notebooks.
- Fred fried frogs' legs on Friday.
Anaphora
Anaphora is a technique where several phrases or verses begin with the same word or words.
Examples include:
- I came, I saw, I conquered. - Julius Caesar
- Mad world! Mad kings! Mad composition! - King John II, William Shakespeare
- It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness. - A Tale of Two Cities, Charles Dickens
- With malice toward none; with charity for all; with firmness in the right. - Abraham Lincoln
- We shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end... we shall never surrender. - Winston Churchill
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Assonance
Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds (not just letters) in words that are close together. The sounds don't have to be at the beginning of the word.
Examples include:
- A - For the rare and radiant maiden whom the angels named Lenore. (Poe)
- E - Therefore, all seasons shall be sweet to thee. (Coleridge)
- I - From what I've tasted of desire, I hold with those who favor fire. (Frost)
- O - Oh hear old Triton blow his wreathed horn. (Wordsworth)
- U - Uncertain rustling of each purple curtain (Poe)
Euphemism
Euphemism is a mild, indirect, or vague term that often substitutes a harsh, blunt, or offensive term.
Examples include:
- 'A little thin on top' instead of 'going bald.'
- 'Fell of the back of a truck' instead of 'stolen.'
- 'Letting you go' instead of 'firing you.'
- 'Passed away' instead of 'died.'
- 'Economical with the truth' instead of liar
Hyperbole
Hyperbole uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect.
Examples include:
- I've told you to stop a thousand times.
- That must have cost a billion dollars.
- I could do this forever.
- She's older than dirt.
- Everybody knows that.
Irony
Irony occurs when there's a marked contrast between what is said and what is meant, or between appearance and reality.
Examples include:
- "How nice!" she said, when I told her I had to work all weekend. (Verbal irony)
- A traffic cop gets suspended for not paying his parking tickets. (Situational irony)
- The Titanic was said to be unsinkable but sank on its first voyage. (Situational irony)
- Naming a tiny Chihuahua Brutus. (Verbal irony)
- When the audience knows the killer is hiding in a closet in a scary movie, but the actors do not. (Dramatic irony)
Metaphor
A metaphor makes a comparison between two unlike things or ideas.
Examples include:
- Heart of stone
- Time is money
- The world is a stage
- She's a night owl
- He's an ogre
Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia is the term for a word that sounds like what it is describing.
Examples include:
- Whoosh
- Splat
- Buzz
- Click
- Oink
Oxymoron
An oxymoron is two contradictory terms used together.
Examples include:
- Peace force
- Kosher ham
- Jumbo shrimp
- Sweet sorrow
- Free market
Personification
Personification gives human qualities to non-living things or ideas.
Examples include:
- The flowers nodded.
- The snowflakes danced.
- The thunder grumbled.
- The fog crept in.
- The wind howled.
Simile
A simile is a comparison between two unlike things using the words "like" or "as."
Examples include:
- As slippery as an eel
- Like peas in a pod
- As blind as a bat
- Eats like a pig
- As wise as an owl
Synecdoche
Synecdoche occurs when a part is represented by the whole or, conversely, the whole is represented by the part.
Examples include:
- Wheels - a car
- The police - one policeman
- Plastic - credit cards
- Coke - any cola drink
- Hired hands - workers
Understatement
An understatement occurs when something is said to make something appear less important or less serious.
Examples include:
- It's just a scratch - referring to a large dent.
- It's a litttle dry and sandy - referring to the driest desert in the world.
- The weather is cooler today - referring to sub-zero temperatures.
- It was interesting - referring to a bad or difficult experience.
- It stings a bit - referring to a serious wound or injury.
In this material I will take the song "Count On Me" following the lyrics of the song.
“Count On Me”
Oh-oh
If you ever find yourself stuck in the middle of the sea
I'll sail the world to find you
If you ever find yourself lost in the dark and you can't see
I'll be the light to guide you
We'll find out what we're made of
When we are called to help our friends in need
You can count on me like one, two, three
I'll be there
And I know when I need it, I can count on you like four, three, two
And you'll be there
'Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh, yeah
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, yeah, yeah
If you tossin' and you're turnin' and you just can't fall asleep
I'll sing a song beside you
And if you ever forget how much you really mean to me
Every day I will remind you, oh
We'll find out what we're made of
When we are called to help our friends in need
You can count on me like one, two, three
I'll be there
And I know when I need it, I can count on you like four, three, two
And you'll be there
'Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh, yeah
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, yeah, yeah
You'll always have my shoulder when you cry
I'll never let go, never say goodbye
You know...
You can count on me like one, two, three
I'll be there
And I know when I need it I can count on you like four, three, two
And you'll be there
'Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh, yeah
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh
You can count on me 'cause I can count on you
Why I Chose This Song
I chose the song count on me because the song is very nice to hear. I love all the lyrics and it is one of my favorite songs because Bruno sings about friendship .In the song, we can live up to its contents. here too we can more easily get the figure of speech contained in the song.
An explanation of the song.
The song entitled "Count on Me" was created and popularized by Bruno Mars. The song, which was released on November 7, 2011, is the fifth single, from Doo-Wops And Hooligans, Bruno Mars' debut studio album. The song was written by Mars, Philip Lawrence, and Ari Leving of the producer group The Smeezingtons.
The Meaning Contained In The Song "Count On Me"
Humans are social creatures who cannot live life alone. Humans have the nature of needing other people, because every human being has advantages and disadvantages. With strengths and weaknesses, humans can complement each other.
During life, you will meet many people. You will find new friends. You and your friends can help each other in times of need. When the close interaction between you and him starts to get better and closer, you will call him a true friend.
The song "Count On Me" has the theme of true friendship. This song considers that a true friend is someone who is always there with you, always helping you in sad or happy situations. Friends are people who accept you as you are. People who are always willing to accept your complaints when there are problems and so on.
Conclusion:
After we interpret and interpret the entire lyrics of the song, it can be concluded that the song " Count On Me " has the theme of true friendship. This song considers that a true friend is someone who is always there with you, always helping you in sad or happy situations. Friends are people who accept you as you are. People who are always willing to accept your complaints when there are problems and so on.
It is said in the lyrics, that in life we sometimes feel sad, have many problems, like being swayed in the ocean, feel that our life is uncomfortable, etc. To get away from all of that, sometimes we have to have friends who understand our feelings, be good listeners when we confide in our problems, and find solutions to our problems like light.
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