
Onomatopoeia
Sound Words
Onomatopoeia often involves words that sound like the noise they describe, making sentences more vivid.
The bees buzzed, and the brook babbled.
Creative Writing
Use onomatopoeia to add emphasis and engage readers in poetry or storytelling by echoing actual sounds.
The balloon popped with a loud 'bang' that startled everyone.
Not Literal
Some onomatopoeic words are used metaphorically; they don't always mimic real sounds but suggest a feeling or action.
My heart thumped with excitement.