What Is A Metaphor? The Four Types of Metaphors with Examples

In this video, we will explore the fascinating world of metaphors. We will start by defining what a metaphor is and why it is such an important literary device. Then, we will delve into the four main types of metaphors: implied metaphor, sustained metaphor, dead metaphor, and mixed metaphors. For each type, we will provide clear examples and explain how they work in different contexts. By the end of this video, you will have a solid understanding of metaphors and be able to identify them in your own reading and writing.
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[zeecember]

Identifying metaphors is just like trying to impress my crush

[Iravlogsu]

My heart is an ocean where you can dive into it and explore school of emotions ✨️

[paolobragantini]

As a shepherd of my son, I’m trying to offer him the most beautiful and healthy meadow in the world.

[rtbmax]

The cloud is a floating cotton.
The mountain is an ancient watch tower.
The star is a lonely traveller.
Her hair is a birds nest
The diamond is a shiny love

[strivingforsuccess]

Life is a song of love and also an ocean of sorrow.

[cyrillakra]

Wind is a silent thief who sneaks at our wealth of life and plunders it forever.

[ambreenzeeshan]

This video is having amazing metaphors❤🎉

[Camillawearbunny]

Sooo like here's an example: she has a heart of gold

[rizalinadelina]

she is an angel means she os kind and good 😊❤

[SharmaarkeCumar-hxyq]

Good waku wataa ilmaha wax fahamsi boobilyahay codka la saaray anaa kaa fiican baster maqa waasta

[Eliza_vetochka]

The sky was already covered by boiling black clouds(from the Harvest)

[youngballer]

“Nature is sweeter than cotton candy “

[Kriegerdammerung]

When the German Army High Command wanted to invade the Soviet Union in 1941, Adolf Hitler stated "their defences are like a castle of cards, a single hit to it will collapse all the structure" then in 1941 when the Allies were attacking the Third Reich, a German field marshal used the same simile to describe the German situation :/

[always-deep]

my brain is all tangled like spaghetti

[onlyforthettia]

The Flames were like the ocean, always moving .

[princessatiary]

Can you give me a sentence that with place 🤔

[Arlo-sf]

Simile?
You know, ( _like_ ) for example: The California firefighter is like a Swiss-army knife because this person is expected to handle an array of situations and be multi-talented, similar to these Swiss made pocket knife. From gun-shot wounds, trauma from vehicle accidents, drug and alcohol toxicity to structural and ground fires...or, fentanyl is like a plague on California's society in 2025 that some attribute to cartels and its lucrativity.

[SamJesus-nq]

Today is looking transparent on the inside but blocked out, a true tinted window.

[taimanchan]

the teacher is so beautiful as a monkey implied metaphor

[AyomideOluwatobiloba-om]

The classroom is a market place full of noise