Here are some examples of literary devices:
Figurative language:
* Metaphor: A comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as" (e.g., "He is a lion in battle").
* Simile: A comparison between two unlike things using "like" or "as" (e.g., "He fought like a lion").
* Personification: Giving human qualities to inanimate objects or animals (e.g., "The wind whispered secrets").
* Hyperbole: Exaggeration for emphasis (e.g., "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse").
* Understatement: Downplaying the significance of something (e.g., "It's a bit chilly today" when it's freezing).
Sound devices:
* Alliteration: Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words (e.g., "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers").
* Assonance: Repetition of vowel sounds within words (e.g., "The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain").
* Consonance: Repetition of consonant sounds within words (e.g., "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers").
* Onomatopoeia: Words that sound like the noises they represent (e.g., "buzz," "crash," "meow").
Other literary devices:
* Symbolism: Using objects, characters, or events to represent something else (e.g., a dove symbolizing peace).
* Irony: A contrast between what is said and what is meant (e.g., "It's a beautiful day for a funeral").
* Foreshadowing: Hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.
* Flashback: A scene that takes place in the past.
* Imagery: Vivid descriptions that appeal to the reader's senses.
* Theme: The central message or idea of the story.
Understanding literary devices allows readers to appreciate the artistry of writing and gain a deeper understanding of the text. Authors use these devices strategically to create a more compelling and impactful reading experience.