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Onomatopoeia

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