Símil

Definition

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using "like" or "as." It helps create vivid descriptions and enhance understanding by drawing parallels between unrelated concepts.

Related terms

Metáfora: A metaphor also compares two unrelated things, but without using "like" or "as," instead stating that one thing actually is another.

Comparación: Comparison involves pointing out similarities between two objects or ideas, often using words such as "similar," "alike," or "resembles."

Imagen sensorial: Sensory imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the five senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell) in order to create vivid mental images.