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What are some echoic words?

Echoic Words (onomatopoeia)

Echoic words, also known as onomatopoeia, are words that imitate the sound they represent. Here are some examples categorized by sound:

Animal Sounds:

* Meow: Cat

* Woof: Dog

* Moo: Cow

* Oink: Pig

* Baa: Sheep

* Cluck: Chicken

* Chirp: Bird

* Roar: Lion

* Hiss: Snake

Nature Sounds:

* Splash: Water

* Bang: Explosion

* Crash: Falling object

* Sizzle: Cooking food

* Whoosh: Wind

* Rustle: Leaves

* Buzz: Insects

* Rattle: Dry leaves

Human Sounds:

* Cough: Coughing

* Sneeze: Sneezing

* Sigh: Exhaling deeply

* Sniff: Inhaling deeply

* Yawn: Opening the mouth wide

* Hiccup: Involuntary inhalation

Actions:

* Bang: Hitting something hard

* Buzz: Moving rapidly

* Click: Pressing a button

* Crackle: Burning fire

* Pop: Exploding sound

* Screech: High-pitched noise

* Thump: Falling object

These are just a few examples, and the list is endless!

Remember, echoic words can vary depending on language and culture. Enjoy exploring the world of sound!

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