Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.
Alliteration
Repetition of vowel sounds within words
Assonance
Repetition of consonant sounds, typically at the end or middle of words.Consonance
Consonance
Words that imitate sounds.
Onomatopoeia
Similar sounding words, usually at the end of lines.
Rhyme
Rhyme within the line rather than at the end
Internal Rhyme
Harsh, discordant sounds in words or phrases.
Cacophany
Pleasant, harmonious sounds in words or phrases
Euphony
Repeating words or phrases, especially at the start of lines.
Repetition/Anaphora/Auditory emphasis
Repetition of lines or phrases at intervals.
Echo
Hissing sounds for sinister effect
Sibilance
Effect of sound devices:
Creates auditory resonance. The emphasised words or the ‘noisy’ words ring in our ears, making us remember those as the author builds up to a bigger idea.
