Cocorico

/ˌkoʊkoʊˈriːkoʊ/ noun

Definition

The sound of a rooster crowing, spelled to represent the French version of this sound; also used as a symbol of French national pride.

Etymology

From French 'cocorico' (the imitative word for a rooster's cry in French). The term became associated with French nationalism and pride, appearing on the French coat of arms.

Kelly Says

Every language has its own version of the rooster sound—English speakers say 'cock-a-doodle-doo' while French people say 'cocorico.' This shows how onomatopoeia isn't universal and is filtered through our own language's sounds.

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