rhythm

/ˈɹɪð.m̩/noun
Elementary
1

The variation of strong and weak elements (such as duration, accent) of sounds, notably in speech or music, over time; a beat or meter.

2

A specifically defined pattern of such variation.

3

A flow, repetition or regularity.

4

The tempo or speed of a beat, song or repetitive event.

5

The musical instruments which provide rhythm (mainly; not or less melody) in a musical ensemble.

6

A regular quantitative change in a variable (notably natural) process.

7

Controlled repetition of a phrase, incident or other element as a stylistic figure in literature and other narrative arts; the effect it creates.

8

A person's natural feeling for rhythm.

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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

Consonance

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