Sound Devices: Alliteration, Assonance, Consonance, and Onomatopoeia

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What is Alliteration?

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The repetition of sounds in the beginning of words.

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What is Assonance?

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The repetition of vowel sounds in a line of poetry.

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What is Consonance?

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The repetition of consonant sounds in the middle or end of a series of words.

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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The use of words that imitate sounds.

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Example of Alliteration:

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"She sells sea shells by the sea shore."

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Example of Assonance:

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"The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain."

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Example of Consonance:

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"The lumpy, bumpy road."

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Example of Onomatopoeia:

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"Buzz, hiss, roar."

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How does Alliteration enhance poetry?

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It creates rhythm and musicality, making the text more engaging.

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How does Assonance contribute to the mood of a poem?

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It can create a sense of harmony or dissonance, affecting the emotional tone.