Figurative Language
From a speech pathologist's perspective, abstract reasoning refers to the cognitive ability to think, analyze, and draw conclusions about concepts, ideas, and information that may not have a concrete or literal representation. It involves the capacity to understand and manipulate complex, non-tangible information, make connections between seemingly unrelated concepts, and think critically and creatively.
In the context of speech and language therapy, abstract reasoning skills are crucial for various aspects of communication and language comprehension. They play a role in tasks such as understanding metaphors, idioms, and figurative language, as well as interpreting and generating abstract concepts or ideas. Abstract reasoning also underlies problem-solving abilities, higher-level thinking, and social communication skills.
Speech pathologists may work with individuals who have difficulties in abstract reasoning due to various conditions, such as language disorders, cognitive impairments, or neurological injuries. They can provide therapeutic interventions and strategies to help individuals improve their abstract reasoning skills, thereby enhancing their overall communication and language abilities.
EReading Worksheets: These worksheets will give students rapid fire practice with figurative language techniques. Not only must students identify the techniques, they must explain their answers. This approach forces students to consider their answers. It also helps teachers identify misunderstandings.
K12Reader: Figurative Language-As a painter uses brushes and paint to create an image, a writer also has tools to create an effect. One of these tools is the use of figurative language, where the writer changes or enhances the normal meaning of words. This enhancement falls into a number of categories, called collectively “figures of speech.” These categories include metaphor, simile, personification, hyperbole, alliteration, onomatopoeia and more.
TeAchnology: Figurative Language Worksheets- We use figurative language all the time and don't even realize it. We describe things often by making a comparison to something else. That is exactly what figurative language is. It helps make things make sense quicker. Just at the dinner table last night my family used this form of language to describe my son's habit of eating quickly. For example, here are some things that were said: "You really wolfed that done!" "You eat like a horse!"
Teacher Vision: Idioms and Proverbs- Ever wonder the origins of common idioms and proverbs? Find out where your favorites came from!
An idiom is a combination of words with a meaning that is different from the meanings of the individual words. It can have a literal meaning (the basic meaning of the words) or an idiomatic meaning (a different meaning than the exact meaning of the words). An idiom does not always follow the normal rules of meaning and grammar.
A proverb is a short saying or sentence that is generally known by many people. The saying usually contains words of wisdom, truth or morality that are based on common sense or practical experience. It is often a description of a basic rule of conduct that all people generally follow or should follow. Proverbs can be found in all languages.
Idiom Connection: An idiom is a combination of words with a meaning that is different from the meanings of the individual words. It can have a literal meaning (the basic meaning of the words) or an idiomatic meaning (a different meaning than the exact meaning of the words). An idiom does not always follow the normal rules of meaning and grammar. Examples:
To sit on the fence can literally mean that one is sitting on a fence.
I sat on the fence and watched the game.
However, the idiomatic meaning of to sit on the fence is to not choose a side regarding some issue.
The politician sat on the fence and would not clearly state his opinion about the issue.