Onomatopoeia
Literary Devices
Beginner
📝 Quick Definition
Words that imitate sounds
📚 Detailed Explanation
Onomatopoeia refers to words that phonetically imitate or resemble the sound they describe. These words create auditory imagery and bring scenes to life through sound.
💡 Example
Buzz, hiss, bang, whoosh, splash, sizzle.
⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion
The word itself must sound like what it represents.
🏷️ Tags
📌 Notes/Source
Especially common in poetry and comic books.