Definition:
Consonance is the repetition of the same consonant sounds within or at the end of words in a phrase or sentence, often to create rhythm, emphasis, or mood.
Example:
“The lumpy, bumpy road.”
Here, the “mp” sound is repeated.
“The ship has sailed to the far off shores.”
The “s” and “sh” sounds repeat throughout the sentence.
Not to be confused with:
- Alliteration: repetition of consonants at the start of words.
- Assonance: repetition of vowel sounds.
So there you go! So go ahead and use consonance in your CXC prep/ CSEC prep.
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