An ONOMATOPOEIA is a type of word that sounds like the thing it is describing.
"Zip" is an example of onomatopoeia because it sounds like what it is. When you zip up a zipper the sound the zipper makes sounds like zip.
Here are other onomatopoeia words:
Boom, bang, slash, slurp, gurgle, meow,and woof
EXERCISE
1. Match the following sentences to the onomatopoeia that describes them.
A plate being dropped on the floor- -TINKLE
A balloon being burst - -BANG
A gun being shot - -SMASH
Someone eating crisps - -GROWL
A light being switched on - -POP
A fierce dog - -CRUNCH
A small bell being rung - -CLICK
2. Can you think of any more onomatopoeias?
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Teacher Albert