What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
foreshadowing
Example
The dark clouds foreshadowed an impending storm. [foreshadowed: past tense verb]
Example
The author used foreshadowing to hint at the tragic ending of the story. [foreshadowing: noun]
omen
Example
The black cat crossing your path is considered an omen of bad luck. [omen: noun]
Example
The sudden gust of wind was seen as an omen of the approaching storm. [omen: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Foreshadowing is more commonly used in literature and storytelling, while omen is more commonly used in everyday language and superstition.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between foreshadowing and omen?
Foreshadowing is a formal term used mainly in literature and storytelling, while omen is a more informal term used in everyday language and superstition.
