What is a Metaphor?

A metaphor is there to make an even stronger image in the reader's head by describing a place, subject or object as something unlikely.

Example of Using a Metaphor in a Sentence:

He was a speeding bullet.

A sea of trouble.

Drowning in debt.

Two nouns that are compared or contrast each other:

I am a rainbow.

The world is a stage.

Her eyes were glistening jewels.

Metaphors are used in poetry to create different effects, to create an image of comparison in your thoughts.

Why don't you try writing a poem using metaphors and enter it into one of our poetry competitions.

For information on poetry terms other than a metaphor visit our poetry glossary – poetry terms.