Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
speech-bubble
noun
/spiːtʃ ˈbʌbəl/
Definition
A graphic representation of speech in comic strips or visual media, typically shown as a rounded or cloud-like shape enclosing text.
Examples
- In the comic, the character yelled in the speech-bubble, ‘I can’t believe it!’
- The artist used a speech-bubble to show the character’s thoughts.
- Each speech-bubble in the graphic novel helps convey the story clearly.
Meaning
A speech-bubble indicates the words spoken by a character, enabling readers to understand dialogue in comics, cartoons, and illustrations.
Synonyms
- dialogue balloon
- speech balloon
- talking bubble
