hiss
/hɪs/noun
Elementary
1
A sibilant sound, such as that made by a snake or escaping steam; an unvoiced fricative.
2
An expression of disapproval made using such a sound.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing