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ONOMATOPOEIA

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Onomatopoeia.

How to pronounce onomatopoeia:

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Onomatopoeia - as a noun

Using words that imitate the sound they denote

Example Sentences

"The word 'buzz' is an example of onomatopoeia."
"The poet used onomatopoeia to describe the sound of raindrops falling on the roof."
"The comic book artist used onomatopoeia to depict the sound of a gunshot."
"In the children's book, the author used onomatopoeia to bring the story to life."
"The word 'hiss' is an example of onomatopoeia."
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Word Game Points

Is ONOMATOPOEIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, onomatopoeia is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ONOMATOPOEIA has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is ONOMATOPOEIA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, onomatopoeia is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ONOMATOPOEIA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is ONOMATOPOEIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, onomatopoeia is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ONOMATOPOEIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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