hipérbole
hyperbole
The Spanish word 'hipérbole' translates to 'hyperbole' in English. It is a figure of speech often used in literature and everyday language to exaggerate or overstate something to emphasize a certain point or evoke strong emotions. It’s not meant to be taken literally, but to create a strong image in the reader's or listener's mind.
Example sentences using: hipérbole
La hipérbole se utiliza comúnmente en la poesía para evocar emociones fuertes.
Hyperbole is commonly used in poetry to evoke strong emotions.
This sentence refers to the use of hyperbole in the context of literature, particularly in poetry, where exaggerated expressions are used to provoke strong emotional responses in the reader.
En su discurso, el político usó una hipérbole para enfatizar su punto de vista.
In his speech, the politician used a hyperbole to emphasize his point of view.
This sentence refers to the use of hyperbole in a speech by a politician. Politicians often use exaggerated statements, or hyperboles, to stress their beliefs or arguments and to persuade their audience.
Decir que mueres de hambre es una hipérbole a menos que realmente estés en peligro de muerte por inanición.
Saying you're dying of hunger is a hyperbole unless you're actually in danger of dying from starvation.
This sentence provides an everyday example of a hyperbole, a figure of speech in which exaggeration is used for emphasis or dramatic effect. The phrase 'dying of hunger' is often used to exaggerate the speaker's hunger, even though they aren't actually in danger of dying.