foreshadowing
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A hint or clue given early in a story about something that will happen later.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The dark clouds in the opening scene are a piece of _____ for the storm to come."
Answer: foreshadowing
In your own words, what does "foreshadowing" mean?
A hint or clue given early in a story about something that will happen later.
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