Apóstrofe
Definition
Apóstrofe is a literary device where the speaker addresses someone absent, an abstract concept, or an inanimate object as if it were present and able to respond. It adds emotional intensity and personalizes the text.
Related terms
Hipérbole: A figure of speech that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect.
Ironía: A literary technique where the intended meaning is different from the literal meaning, often used for humor or sarcasm.
Personificación: Giving human characteristics to non-human entities, such as objects or animals.
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