assonance
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The repetition of similar vowel sounds in nearby words, often used to create rhythm in poetry.
Usage notes
Assonance repeats vowel sounds, while its close relative, consonance, repeats consonant sounds instead.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The phrase 'how now brown cow' is a simple example of _____."
Answer: assonance
In your own words, what does "assonance" mean?
The repetition of similar vowel sounds in nearby words, often used to create rhythm in poetry.
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