50 Examples of Symbolic Figures in Sentences

Several types of figure of speech have previously been discussed, among others paradox, repetition, example of hyperbole, example of litotes figure of speech, association figure of speech, example of metonymy figure of speech. Now, we will explain about symbolic figure of speech. Have a good study.

Definition of symbolic figure of speech

Symbolic figure of speech is included in one category of comparative figure of speech. As the name implies, symbolic figure of speech is style language that compares one thing with another symbol, can be a symbol, character, animal, or object. The symbols used in this figure of speech have certain meanings that represent something to be conveyed.

Symbolic Figurative Function

The function of using symbolic figure of speech is to refine the actual meaning to be conveyed and to give an interesting effect to the listener. Symbolic figure of speech can be used to convey ideas, criticize or have an opinion on something or someone. In other words, symbolic figure of speech is used to convey

message implicitly or implicitly. The symbols used are symbols that are commonly used. Both the speaker and the interlocutor already know about the symbols used.

Example of symbolic figure of speech

Here are some of the uses of symbolic figure of speech in sentence:

1. White color is the mother's favorite color because it symbolizes purity.
2. Red on the country flag Indonesia symbolizes courage.
3. Anton has always been scapegoat when problems arise in the family. (scapegoat = person to blame)
4. The dispute did not end even though it was brought to green table. (green table = court).
5. Man Playboy it has deceived many women in this village. (masher = likes to play with women)
6. Since father was sickly, mother who replaced father's role became backbone family. (backbone = responsible for the family)
7. Firefighters can't cope with the power the red rooster. (red rooster = fire)
8. Rajna nicknamed village flower in the village of Sarinaga because many youths are crazy about him. (flower village = prettiest girl)
9. debt bondage of loan shark made Mr. Jarwo unable to save to build a house.
10. Miko is not shunned by her female friends because she is already famous as a Playboy on campus. (land crocodile = likes to tease women)
11. Dad always picks up brother when he comes home from work so that brother doesn't become a victim jumping squirrel which is rampant in his village. (jumping squirrel = robber)
12. Mother always told me not to be chameleon because many people will not like it. (chameleon = not opinionated)
13. Her round eyes that are like ping pong ball actually interesting for anyone who sees it. (ping pong ball = round and small)
14. Drugs and free sex like vicious circle which will plunge anyone who enters it. (vicious circle = harmful and dangerous area)
15. Lorenzo and Rossi are already preparing iron horse each of them with prime power. (iron horse = motor)
16. Children should always be supervised when getting to know world horizon. (world horizon = internet).
17. All of the leader's supporters have blind by the promises made so far. (blind = don't want to see others)
18. The leader launched all guileto win this election. (trick = trickery)
19. Indeed, Robingu's character is a ladies man, can't be silent when he sees a beautiful woman even though he is already married 4. (eye basket = easily seduced by women)
20. Harassment of Eagle will receive severe punishment, especially from the community. (eagle = national symbol)
21. After school I was surprised to see yellow flag installed in front of my house. (yellow flag = a sign someone died)
22. Her profession as night butterfly expelled him from his own home and village. (night butterfly = commercial sex worker)
23. Didung tired is always considered as parasite in his family. (parasite = person who harms)
24. Due to her harsh words, Riko gotko raw bogem from his father. (raw boom = punch)
25. I don't know who taught her, Rani is now smart tongue wrestling with his parents. (flying the tongue = twisting word-word)

1. Anjali's rude behavior towards her parents becomes topic village people. (by lips = topic of conversation)
2. Daddy already work hard every day, but Rini still never appreciates it. (toil = hard work)
3. Since the effort out of business, Mr. Dodi started to move away from association. (out of business = bankrupt)
4. mother silence a thousand languages when dad accuses and yells loudly. (silence a thousand language = didn't say a word)
5. Looks like he bite the fingers with result discussion this time. (bite finger = disappointed)
6. The big house turned out to be a house candy a high-ranking official at the Alphabe institution. (sweets = savings)
7. Grandma Iyem already alone since 30 years ago. (alone = live alone)
8. Brother always be right hand father since childhood. (right hand = confidant)
9. Riska is a woman who thick face in front of anyone. (thick face = no shame)
10. Mother doesn't want to accept hot money from dad. (hot money = non-halal money)
11. Due to not graduating from elementary school, Tikno is always nicknamed Si Pinhead. (shrimp brain = stupid)
12. Since childhood, Andre really is money-oriented, and this is always used to encourage him to study hard. (currency = love of money)
13. Mom and Dad just want to talk four eyes, we were told to leave the room first. (four eyes = alone)
14. Mr. Prapto is a person who helpful to anyone. (light hand = likes to hit)
15. No one told mother that Wicak was very loquacious at school. (light mouth = nosy)
16. Daddy has a lot eat salt about life. (eat salt = lots of experience)
17. Poverty makes it dark eyes to justify any means to get money. (dark eyes = lost patience)
18. Daddy already Raise your hands dealing with the behavior of our eldest brother. (raise hand = surrender)
19. Be careful when hanging out with people who big mouth. (big mouth = likes to brag)
20. Since moving into the big house, he has become full of oneself. (arrogant = arrogant)
21. People say, Mr. Dibyo is still a descendant the noble. (blue blood = noble)
22. The basket-eyed man is always flirting every beautiful woman. (flirting = glancing)
23. All he said was just nonsense course. (nonsense = boast)
24. Arifin is determined to choose Aisyah as ribhis. (rib = pair)
25. His departure all this time turned out to be because he lived in free forest. (prodeo forest = prison)

Thus the discussion of 50 examples of symbolic figure of speech in sentences. Hopefully the material described on this occasion is easy to understand and useful for learning. Thank you.