What is assonance in simple words?

Assonance is the repetition of the same vowel sound in words that are close together. In “cool blue pools at noon,” the long “oo” sound returns four times, even though it is spelled in different ways.

What is the difference between assonance and consonance?

Assonance repeats vowel sounds, like the “ee” in “sweet dreams.” Consonance repeats consonant sounds, usually inside or at the end of words, like the “k” in “blank look.”

What is the difference between assonance and rhyme?

In a full rhyme, both the vowel and the final consonants match: cat, hat. In assonance, only the vowel matches and the consonants are different: cat, hand, back.

How do you pronounce assonance?

Say AS-uh-nunss, with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈæs.ən.əns/. The adjective is assonant (AS-uh-nunt).

Does assonance depend on spelling?

No. Assonance is about sound. “Blue,” “shoe,” “through” and “two” share one vowel sound with four spellings, while “though,” “tough” and “cough” look alike but sound different.

Why do poets use assonance?

It links words by sound, which makes a line feel smooth and connected. Long vowels can slow a line down and sound calm or sad. Short vowels can make it quicker and sharper.

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Word length: 7
Starts with: S
Ends with: D
Contains: MA
Scrabble score: 13
CEFR level: B2

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