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Phonology: English Language: Phonology

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This deck covers key concepts in English phonology, including assonance, dissonance, elision, assimilation, and more. It helps learners understand important phonemic patterns and their effects on language.

What is assonance?

The repeated usage of the same vowel sounds

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Key Terms

Term
Definition
What is assonance?
The repeated usage of the same vowel sounds
What is dissonance?
When vowel sounds clash
What is elision?
When sounds are left out E.g. Libry instead of library
What is assimilation?
When sounds are used next to each other as they sound more alike. E.g. HAMbag instead of Handbag
In rhythm, ___________ and _____ what will the stress be placed on?
Alliteration and rhyme Important words
Due to the flowing feel of rhyming, the meaning of important words are often ______
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TermDefinition
What is assonance?
The repeated usage of the same vowel sounds
What is dissonance?
When vowel sounds clash
What is elision?
When sounds are left out E.g. Libry instead of library
What is assimilation?
When sounds are used next to each other as they sound more alike. E.g. HAMbag instead of Handbag
In rhythm, ___________ and _____ what will the stress be placed on?
Alliteration and rhyme Important words
Due to the flowing feel of rhyming, the meaning of important words are often ______
Linked
What should you look for when analysing phonology?
Recurring phonemic patterns