Language Features

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Alliteration

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is the repetition of consonant sounds at the start of a word

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Assonance

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is the repetition of a vowel sound. It is different from rhyme as it does not need to be at the end of each line of poetry

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Onomatopoeia

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is a word that imitates or suggests the source of the sound that it describes. It is common with animal sounds but has expanded to include sounds made by other sources

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Colloquial language

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is language that is informal. This can include words as well as phrases. You might use colloquial language when messaging your friends but not in a formal situation such as writing a letter to a business

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Jargon

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is particular words that are used and understood only by people who are experts or specifically involved in different groups

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Neologism

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are new words, invented by social or cultural groups. 'The Simpsons' provides many examples.

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Cliché

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can be a recognisable word, phrase or a concept that has been used so often that it has lost its impact.

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Euphemism

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A mild, indirect term for a blunt, direct or offensive one. Eg. "John's grandfather passed away". Some euphism may be less mild. Eg "'kicked the bucket.' May create a humorous effect or offer insight into a character's personality. It may be used to take the sting out of a negative comment.

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Irony

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The method of which the ordinary expression of the word is more or less the opposite of what is intended. Eg. "That will do extremely well, you have delighted us long enough." to someone playing the piano awfully. It may seem like praise but it's not. Irony draws attention to the real meaning of the word and may carry the character or writer's atttude. May be used for humour.

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Allusion

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An indirect reference to a person or event. These may be, but not necessarily, people and events in mythology or history.. An allusion can create an added dimension to an image ofter by comparison to similar qualities.

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Denotation

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Dictionary definition of a word. Eg. Mother denotes 'one who has given birth'

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Syntax

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The order of words. The arrangements of words in sentences. The correct uses of parts of speech and the classification of sentences according to their clause structure.

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Antithesis

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Placing contrasting ideas or terms close together to emphasise their difference and give the effect of balance. Eg. "For fools rush in where angels fear to tread."

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Metaphor

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Directly comparing two things by saying one is the other. This creates a strong comparison and highlights the similarities between the two ideas in an almost exagerated manner.

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Assonance

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Repeating the same vowel sounds in words of close proximity. This draws attention to the phrase and makes it more memorable. Can also create an onomatopoeic effect.