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Poetic Devices in Literature

The use of language, form, and literary devices in Brazilian poetry, including imagery, metaphor, and wordplay, to create vivid and imaginative descriptions, as seen in the works of authors like Sérgio Caparelli, and how these devices contribute to the overall meaning and effect of the poem

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Poetic devices are essential tools that poets use to enhance their writing and convey deeper meanings. In Brazilian literature, these devices reflect the country's diverse culture and history, allowing readers to connect with the emotions and themes presented in the poems. Understanding these device...

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Key Terms

Metaphor
A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things.

Example: Time is a thief.

Simile
A figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.

Example: Her smile was like sunshine.

Imagery
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

Example: The golden sun set over the tranquil sea.

Alliteration
The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

Example: She sells sea shells by the sea shore.

Assonance
The repetition of vowel sounds within nearby words.

Example: The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain.

Personification
Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.

Example: The wind whispered through the trees.

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Key Concepts

metaphorsimileimageryalliteration