Language Devices Flashcards
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Extended Metaphor
Antromorphism
Zoomorphia
Sibilance
Alliteration of “s” sound
Harsh hissing sound
Assonance
Emphasised vowel sounds
Creates a sense of rhythm and flow
Consonance
Emphasised consonant sounds
May draw readers to reread the lines or linger over them for a while longer
FricatiVe alliteration (2)
Alliteration of “ F “ and “ V “ sounds
Airy and breathless sound, light or mysterious atmosphere
Plosive alliteration (4)
Alliteration of “ B “, “ G “, “ K “ and “ P “ sounds
Small explosive sounds, harsh emphasis
DenTal alliteration
Alliteration of “ D “ and “ T “ sounds
Tongue against upper teeth (emphasis)
Vocalic alliteration
Same vowel sounds in the beginning of words
Gives a piece of writing a lulling, lyrical or emotive effect
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Juxtaposition