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Onomatopoeia Onomatopoeia is the formation or use of words that imitate the sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to. Onomatopoeia can also be thought of as a word that imitates the sound it represents. This sound device can help to bring out the full flavor of words. By comparing and associating syllables which imitate or reproduce the sounds they describe, a word’s meaning may be strengthened.

Examples: Although onomatopoeia covers a wide range of sounds, much onomatopoeia seems to fall into a few categories, with the most, by far, being associated with the sounds made by animals. Here are some onomatopoetic words, grouped by category: Animal sounds Moo Oink Meow Cluck Bark

Speedy sounds Musical sounds Zoom Swish Zip Zing Whoosh

Twang Ding Pluck Rattle Honk

When you hear the word “onomatopoeia” think SUPERHEROES! Any Batman and Robin fan could tell you that “fight sounds” could be another category for words that imitate sound. BAM!! BOOM!! CRACK!! POW!! In fact, cartoon versions of Batman are known for scenes where such words appear on screen as Batman takes care of business.

Food related sounds Sizzle Crackle Splatter Drip Fizz

Mechanical sounds Buzz Beep Click Whirr Clank