La metàfora
Example: La metàfora en aquest poema revela un significat profund i ocult.
Definition
"La metàfora" is a figure of speech in which one word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable, suggesting a resemblance or analogy. It is used to reveal deeper or hidden meanings, as in poetry or literature.
Etymology
The word "la metàfora" comes from the Latin 'metaphora', which in turn derives from the Greek 'metaphorá', meaning 'transfer' or 'carrying over'. Did you know? The term originally referred to the transfer of meaning from one word to another, reflecting its use in language to convey figurative ideas.
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"La metàfora" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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