Hipérbole
Definition
Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally. It adds emphasis and creates strong imagery for dramatic effect.
Related terms
Ironía: Irony occurs when there's a contrast between what's expected and what actually happens. For example, saying "What lovely weather!" during a thunderstorm.
Aliteración: Alliteration refers to the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in close proximity. An example would be "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."
Onomatopeya: Onomatopoeia refers to words that imitate sounds they represent. Examples include words like buzz, hiss, or boom.
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Study guides (3)
AP Spanish Literature - 1.1 Conde Lucanor, Exemplo XXXV – Don Juan Manuel
AP Spanish Literature - 5.2 “He andado muchos caminos” – Antonio Machado
AP Spanish Literature - 5.3 “Nuestra América” – José Martí
Additional resources (1)
AP Spanish Literature - 7.8 “Dos palabras” – Isabel Allende
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