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There is no purpose. The lyrebird was around long before mechanical sounds. It just happens to have the ability to mimic any sound, including mechanical sounds. The purpose of the mimicking is to attract a mate.
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Yes, the use of words that imitate sounds is called onomatopoeia. Words like crash, bang, and clang are examples of onomatopoeia because they mimic the actual sounds they represent.
The use of words whose sounds mimic their meanings is called onomatopoeia. This literary device creates a sensory or auditory connection between the word and the phenomenon it describes.
Beatboxers often incorporate punctuation sounds into their routines by using vocal techniques to mimic the sounds of commas, periods, and other punctuation marks. Artists like Rahzel and Kenny Muhammad are known for their creative use of vocal percussion to replicate various sounds, including punctuation.
Parrots aren't the only animal that can mimic human speech sounds. Crows, ravens, and mynah birds can also be taught to "talk." Birds don't have vocal chords or lips, but they are able to make sounds that are similar to human speech by highly controlled whistling-like behavior. It is likely that birds with the ability to closely mimic other animals' sounds can do this because it helps them hide from predators or because they use it to impress potential mates. The Lyrebird is a highly impressive mimic. They don't have a natural song of their own, but the males will make up a mating call comprised of long sequences of songs from other birds. Because of their exposure to humans, many lyrebirds will also mimic the sounds of chainsaws, automobile engines, and camera shutter clicks!
So sounds patronising whereas as is softer :D
There are two main "e" sounds. The first is the long "e," which is pronounced "eeeee." The second is the short "e," which is pronounced "eh." French has several other sounds involving the letter "e," which are denoted by use of the accent grave and the accent ague marks.
Parrots don't have vocal cords, so the manipulation of the trachea is how they mimic all sounds. They have the ability to change the depth and shape of the trachea to produce a very wide range of sounds. Many types of parrots also test very high on problem solving ability and intelligence, so they can not only mimic, but use words correctly in context, count, and even invent.
One could argue that electronic organs that mimic the sounds of pipe organs are their descendants, but in truth, pipe organs are still in use today, mechanically, as pipe organs.
The YOO sound in "use" is a long U (long OO) sound. It sounds like (yooz).
The use of words to mimic the sounds they describe is known as onomatopoeia. This literary device enhances the vividness of language by creating a direct auditory association, allowing readers to hear the sounds through the words themselves, such as "buzz," "clang," or "sizzle." Onomatopoeic words can effectively evoke imagery and emotions, making descriptions more dynamic and engaging. This technique is commonly used in poetry, storytelling, and everyday language to enhance the sensory experience.