Could someone explain kenning to me? I have this assignment where I have to rename things using kenning and I don't understand what to do. A few examples of the words include, Teacher, Fireman, Police.
Try these sites.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenning
http://kennexions.ludism.org/old/kenning.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenning
Be sure to read the List of Kennings, linked down the page a bit.
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Sure! I'd be happy to explain kenning to you. Kenning is a literary device that originated in Old Norse and Old English poetry. It involves renaming or describing something in a roundabout way, using figurative language, often through the combination of two or more words. In other words, it's a form of metaphorical expression.
To create a kenning, you can think about the characteristics, actions, or qualities associated with the object or person you want to rename. Then, you express those characteristics using descriptive phrases or metaphors. Here are a few examples of how you could use kenning to rename the words you mentioned:
1. Teacher: "Knowledge nurturer," "Mind guide," "Light of learning"
In this case, you are renaming a teacher by highlighting their role in nurturing knowledge and guiding minds.
2. Fireman: "Flame tamer," "Life protector," "Rescue warrior"
Here, the renewed name emphasizes the fireman's ability to control flames, protect lives, and perform heroic rescues.
3. Police: "Law enforcer," "Order keeper," "Community guardian"
These kennings focus on the police officers' roles of enforcing the law, maintaining order, and protecting the community.
Remember, kenning allows you to be creative and use imaginative language to capture the essence of the person or thing you are renaming.