What is a Simile?
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’. Similes help make our writing more descriptive and interesting by creating vivid images in the reader’s mind.
Examples:
– The baby’s skin is as soft as silk
– She ran like the wind
– His voice was as deep as thunder
Why do we use similes?
Similes help us:
- Make our descriptions more colorful and engaging
- Help readers better understand what we’re trying to describe
- Create memorable mental images
- Make our writing more creative and interesting
Common Similes and Their Meanings
Describing Speed and Movement
– As quick as lightning
– Like a snail
– As swift as a deer
– Like a bullet
– As slow as a tortoise
Describing Appearance
– As white as snow
– Like a diamond in the sky
– As pretty as a picture
– As pale as a ghost
– Like a peacock (proud)
Describing Feelings and Emotions
– As happy as a lark
– Like a fish out of water
– As proud as a peacock
– As brave as a lion
– Like a bear with a sore head
Describing Qualities
– As wise as an owl
– As busy as a bee
– Like a rock (solid/stable)
– As gentle as a lamb
– As strong as an ox
