Below in Metaphors in Conversation 01 are 20 pictures representing common metaphors used in conversation. Look at the images and ask yourself: What metaphor is being conveyed? What is the deeper meaning? Please note that some of these sayings may have regional variations.
Everyday conversations are filled with metaphors—common sayings where the meaning is completely different from the literal words. Using them makes your speech sound more natural and authentic.
Hover your mouse pointer over the grey box below an image to reveal its answer (or press and hold your finger).
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