noun
- words that imitate the natural sounds they represent
Usage: plural of onomatopoeia
Examples
- Comic books are full of onomatopoeias like ‘bang,’ ‘crash,’ and ‘pow.’
- Children enjoy learning onomatopoeias such as ‘moo,’ ‘woof,’ and ‘meow.’
- The poet used onomatopoeias to create vivid sound effects in her verse.
- Common onomatopoeias include ‘buzz,’ ‘hiss,’ and ‘splash.’
- Teachers often use onomatopoeias to help students understand sound symbolism.
- The story was filled with onomatopoeias that made the action come alive.