Question

what is figure of speech?​

Answer 1

Answer:-

• A word or phrase used in a non-literal sense so that the speech / writing becomes more persuasive, vivid and relatable.

Example - He racked his brains so that he could get some original ideas for his new look

• There are hundreds of figures of speech in English.
• They adorn the language; they add colour and interest, awaken our imagination and cause a moment of excitement.
• Ex - 1) He ran fast.

v/s

2) He ran like the wind.

• They provide emphasis, freshness, and clarity to expression.