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assonance
Definition:
(nou) the repetition of similar vowels in the stressed syllables of successive words
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæsənəns
Examples:
The form is the short rhymed couplet, the rhyme being often mere assonance.
Not sure it was so much 'rhyme' as assonance or consonance.
The poet likes to resort to assonance in his poems.
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Common mistakes of assonance pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on "assonance". The correct pronunciation is /ˈæs.ə.nəns/ in US and /ˈæs.ən.əns/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the first syllable "as" for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first vowel in "assonance" as a long "a" sound, saying it like /eɪ/. The correct sound is a short "a" as in /æ/. Tip: Practice with words like "cat" to master the short "a".
- Overemphasizing syllables: A common mistake is to overly emphasize the second syllable, resulting in /æˈsɒn.əns/. The correct pronunciation has a more balanced stress. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Skipping syllables: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈæs.nəns/. This omits part of the word and alters its clarity. Tip: Make sure to articulate all syllables clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "assonance" with "assonant", mistakenly using the same pronunciation. "Assonance" is /ˈæs.ə.nəns/, while "assonant" is /ˈæs.ən.ənt/. Tip: Practice distinguishing the endings to avoid confusion.