so
/səʊ/conj
Early Childhood
1
Reduced form of 'so that', used to express purpose; in order that.
2
As a result; for that reason; therefore; because of this; due to this.
3
Used to connect previous conversation or events to the following question.
4
Used to introduce a rhetorical question.
5
Provided that; on condition that; as long as.
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
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