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Onomatopoeia is the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named, and we can almost hear those sounds as we read. Here are some words that are used as examples of onomatopoeia: slam, splash, bam, babble, warble, gurgle, mumble, and belch.  For this contest, you may write “anything you want from 14 to 30 lines,” as long as it contains at least 10 onomatopoeia words... Please "BOLD" or underline them.

Onomatopoeia Poetry Contest n/a

Maria hums to the tune of “Taps” as she scoops out the betta One red, one blue, Wiggles got ick, now it’s just Padma blue Doorbell rings, ding dong, Maria rushes to answer, Ahh, Greek feta The delivery guy left as the maid pounded on the screen, birds flew This is cheddar, Miss Sparks will be upset, hmmm. It’s okay! Swooshing sounds from the toilet bowl, as Maria flushes Tosses the salad, grabs her clanking keys, and drives away Down the hill, exhales haa, then inhales huh, blood rushes Nick The Greek’s, an order of the Greek feta salad, to go please Exits Nicks, enters Finney’s Fish Store. I’ll take that one, that fish As she points to the red betta splashing, wiggling, stops, in a freeze Dear Maria, I’m home, bring my salad and a glass of iced tea swish So, tell me, how was your day, clops off her shoes by her chair Leaning, back crackling, with Wiggles her red betta nearby Miss Sparks waits for her maid, then notices Padma’s stare Maria, why is Padma staring at Wiggles with a glint in her eye?

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Date: 7/28/2022 11:37:00 AM
It sounds like everyone gets along swimmingly! Something's fishy ;) Great narrative, enjoyed. Robert
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I Am Anaya
Date: 7/28/2022 5:36:00 PM
The character Miss Sparks loves her lifestyle and her maid Maria. Maria loves her job and seems a little mischievous! Thanks Robert, appreciate it!
Date: 7/25/2022 10:05:00 PM
Wow, love the drama. Not an easy poem to write, Anaya, yet you created a splendid poem here, love it.
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Date: 7/28/2022 5:32:00 PM
I really had a good time with this one. The characters came alive, it was vivid in my mind. Thank you for your support harry horsman. Warm wishes
Date: 7/25/2022 4:02:00 PM
Very entertaining poem, I Am Anaya. Good luck in the contest my friend. Bill
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Date: 7/25/2022 6:48:00 PM
I'm grateful Bill. It's nice to have grown alongside of you, here on Poetry Soup! Yay
Date: 7/24/2022 1:31:00 AM
Good idea to introduce the fighting betta. Don't put them together. It will be a riot.
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Date: 7/25/2022 6:37:00 PM
I had the pleasure of owning bettas, when stationed in Whidbey Island! They were in their separate bowls. Unfortunately, ick did strike and I found my beautiful fish floating upside down.
Date: 7/23/2022 10:36:00 PM
Brilliant write using the onomatopoeia words my dear friend Anaya. I enjoyed reading your story. Looks like a winner for me. Thanks for sharing. My best wishes. God bless you always. Hugs
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Date: 7/25/2022 6:46:00 PM
That's Big! Thank you, Len, for an encouraging compliment. Bear Hugs ~Anaya
Date: 7/23/2022 9:53:00 PM
A well narrated story with the backing of apt onomatopoeic words. Really enjoyed reading this Anaya !
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Date: 7/25/2022 6:43:00 PM
Glad you enjoyed Valsa! I never know what will emerge from my accumulating thoughts and ideas. I really like this one!
Date: 7/23/2022 8:39:00 AM
Clever, cute, and creative! Linda
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Date: 7/23/2022 12:41:00 PM
Hi Linda, glad you enjoyed and thanks for the comments. I really enjoy your poems! Have a nice weekend ~Anaya
Date: 7/22/2022 8:18:00 PM
Cute story using Onomotapeia. Now let's see if my comment even goes through.
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Date: 7/22/2022 8:25:00 PM
Success, a comment has come through to me! Glad that you enjoyed my wacky story, Andrea! Have a good weekend! ~Anaya

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