UrbanPro

Learn Spoken English from the Best Tutors

  • Affordable fees
  • 1-1 or Group class
  • Flexible Timings
  • Verified Tutors

Do onomatopoeias have more intrinsic meaning than other words have?

Asked by Last Modified  

Follow 0
Answer

Please enter your answer

Spoken English, Communication Skill, Personality Development trainer with 16 years experience

Dear Shri Prasad, I would say not very, if at all. If there is onomatopoeic basis to the bulk of modern words, it is lost to the annals of time. In fact, your examples don't seem to be onomatopoeic at all. Perhaps what you are asking is if there is something intrinsic to the sound of words in a synonym...
read more
Dear Shri Prasad, I would say not very, if at all. If there is onomatopoeic basis to the bulk of modern words, it is lost to the annals of time. In fact, your examples don't seem to be onomatopoeic at all. Perhaps what you are asking is if there is something intrinsic to the sound of words in a synonym pair. That is a "phonetic" aspect, as opposed to "onomatopoeic." Onomatopoeia are words that derive from the sound of the thing they are describing, not how they are pronounced. Regardless, it's an interesting concept, but there is a fallacy that speakers would find certain sounds harsher or softer than others. when in fact, you are simply building on an assumption based on your personal response to English specifically. read less
Comments

English Erudition

Yes , the word resembles the sound of the object or an action.
Comments

Related Questions

What are the ways to improve my English vocabulary?
learn n write 5 words n keep those words in front of your eyes for the maximum no. of hours possible for atleast 2 days. keep using these words in your speaking and writing activities. on the 3rd day repeat...
Taj
How can I enrol students for English tution?
Hi Vishnu, UrbanPro sends you alerts once students post learning requirements. If it convenient for you, u can contact with the students directly. However, there are more benefits and advantages...
Vishnu S.

What is the best way to get fluent in english?

To improve your English speak daily continuous for 1 hour.
Chitra
I need some useful tips on how to improve my spoken English skills.
Few best things to follow are: Listen and watch English songs, shows and movies with subtitles.Don't ever hesitate to speak in English. Even if you make the mistakes, keep on communicating in English.Do...
Ramesh
How can I prepare or collect soft copies of study materials ? How can I make it more interesting with good pictures and animations?
Making a study materials interesting is by posting related pictures on them and giving a short note whenever we come across a new topic. However, too many pictures would make the content awkward. Limit...
Chiranjib Chakraborty

Now ask question in any of the 1000+ Categories, and get Answers from Tutors and Trainers on UrbanPro.com

Ask a Question

Related Lessons

Secret Of Interview Skills And Preparation
Hi All, Interview skills training course produces a massive breakthrough in personal impact. It's the difference between achieving your dreams and not: Do you want to improve your interview skills...

Word of the Day for IELTS & ENGLISH
Word of the Day querulous PA: kwɛrələs Hindi: क्वेरलस adjective शिकायतीविलापीशाकीसर्वदा शिकायत करनेवालाhabitually complaining Synonyms : fretful, whiney, whiney, whiny Example"a whiny child" noun...

Idioms and meanings - Lesson 3 of 11
Choose the best option that is closest to the meaning of the idiom Idioms Beginning with E Idioms Beginning with F "Easy does it" means ___. a. let's do it laterb. let's do it carefullyc....

English Language: Key To Professional Success: Syllables Part 2
Hi Everyone, In the last lesson, we looked at Syllables. Today let us look at Syllable Stress. What is Syllable Stress? Out of the several syllables that make up a word one is spoken with a slight force...

English Conversation : Asking about Family
1.. to be busy with something: an expression used to show why one is busy I am busy with this project, so I can't go to the party. They are busy with finishing the exhibition design. 2. to cheer...

Recommended Articles

If you think English is enough to communicate with anybody in this world, you are sadly misinformed. Statistically the highest spoken foreign language in the world is Chinese with 20.7%, followed by English at 6.2%. That means that 93.8% of people do not speak English. This makes it necessary to learn another foreign language...

Read full article >

Learning any second language could be a little bit tricky. However, to learn a language, one needs to write, read, understand and speak it appropriately. Therefore, many students and professionals find it helpful in learning a foreign language from a reputable and reliable source. A second language helps them to increase...

Read full article >

Due to globalization of the Indian economy, the demand for learning foreign languages is on the rise. ITES (Information Technology Enabled Service) and Outsourcing have brought a lot of job opportunities paving the way for the learning foreign languages. German is the native language of more than 100 million people in...

Read full article >

When globalization was out of picture, it was enough to know just the mother tongue. Since globalization and out-sourcing have become part of life, there is a nagging need to learn new languages. Foreign languages help us to communicate with potential clients, sell our ideas and bond with their culture. It could be opening...

Read full article >

Looking for Spoken English classes?

Learn from the Best Tutors on UrbanPro

Are you a Tutor or Training Institute?

Join UrbanPro Today to find students near you
X

Looking for Spoken English Classes?

The best tutors for Spoken English Classes are on UrbanPro

  • Select the best Tutor
  • Book & Attend a Free Demo
  • Pay and start Learning

Learn Spoken English with the Best Tutors

The best Tutors for Spoken English Classes are on UrbanPro

This website uses cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience. Choose what cookies you allow us to use. You can read more about our Cookie Policy in our Privacy Policy

Accept All
Decline All

UrbanPro.com is India's largest network of most trusted tutors and institutes. Over 55 lakh students rely on UrbanPro.com, to fulfill their learning requirements across 1,000+ categories. Using UrbanPro.com, parents, and students can compare multiple Tutors and Institutes and choose the one that best suits their requirements. More than 7.5 lakh verified Tutors and Institutes are helping millions of students every day and growing their tutoring business on UrbanPro.com. Whether you are looking for a tutor to learn mathematics, a German language trainer to brush up your German language skills or an institute to upgrade your IT skills, we have got the best selection of Tutors and Training Institutes for you. Read more