Poetic Techniques Flashcards
(16 cards)
Alliteration
Alliteration is the repetition of the
beginning sound of 2 or more words
placed near one another
Antimetabole
“All for one and one for all!”
This creates a ringing effect
and emphasises the line
Assonance
Repetition of the vowels in words that are in a phrase used to create a certain atmosphere or a mood
Anaphora
Repetition of the first
word or clause of consecutive
sentences
Cacophony
Combination of harsh, chaotic, and/or discordant (unharmonious) sounds - Negative emotions, frustration, disgust and discomfort
Couplet
Two lines of poetry that rhyme with
each other
Enjambment
A sentence which runs over into the next line or stanza compelling readers to continue
reading the next line - emphasises the ongoing and pervasive nature of the ideas
Euphony
Words that work together to create a
harmonious and pleasing sound to the
ears
Free verse
The lack of structure gives poets more
artistic expression
Repetition/motif
Words or phrases that are repeated to create
a sense of rhythm or motif, add emphasis and makes it more memorable
Rhyme (+Rhyme schemes)
Makes the poem more memorable and can establish a certain atmosphere
Tone
Refers to poet’s attitude towards a subject in a poem evident through word choice, metre, rhythm, figurative language, etc. - affects how readers respond to the subjects in the poem
Calligram
Refers to the ‘shape’ of poem with organisation of words or lines to form
Epistrophe
The repetition of a word or phrase as the end of sentences
Allusion
Reference that uses symbolism and
connotations to add meaning to the
text
Antithesis
Placing two opposing and
contradicting ideas or things next to
each other
