Hyperbole
Definition of
hyperbole.
Hyperbole is the use of
obvious and delibrate exaggeration. We use hyperbole frequently in everyday
language. These statement are used to create a strong impression and add
emphasis.
The function of
hyperbole:
We use hyperbole to
emphasize for an amusing effect. However, in literature it has very serious
implication. Makes common human feelings remarkable and intense to such an
extent that they do not remain ordinary.
Example
of hyperbole :
- · She is as heavy as an elephant
- · He is older than the hills
- ·
That joke is so old, the last time I
heard it I was riding on a dinosaur.
collocation
Definition of collocation :
A
collocation is two or more words that often go together. These combinations
just sound “right” to native English speaker, who use them all the time.
On the other hand, other
combinations may be unnatural and just sound “wrong”. Look these example :
Why learn collocations?
- Your language will be more natural and more easily understood.
- You will have alternative and richer ways of expressing yourself.
- It is easier for our brains to remember and use language in chunks or blocks rather than as single words.
Types of Collocation There are
several different types of collocation made from combinations of verb, noun,
adjective etc. Some of the most common types are:
- Adverb + Adjective: completely satisfied
- Adjective + Noun: excruciating pain
- Noun + Noun: a surge of anger
- Noun + Verb: lions roar
- Verb + Noun: commit suicide
- Verb + Expression With Preposition: burst into tears
- Verb + Adverb: wave frantically