lilt

/lɪlt/verb
High School
1

To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.

2

To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.

3

To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing