consonance

• Substantiv, das eine harmonische Übereinstimmung oder Abstimmung von Elementen bezeichnet, oft in Musik, Poesie oder Literatur verwendet, um die Wiederholung von Konsonanten oder eine wohlklingende Anordnung von Tönen zu beschreiben.

A noun referring to a harmonious combination or agreement of elements, often used in music, poetry, or literary contexts to describe the repetition of consonant sounds or a pleasing arrangement of tones.

1. Harmony or agreementC1formal

   A state of agreement, harmony, or compatibility between people, ideas, or things.

   Einklang oder Übereinstimmung

   • The consonance between the two departments improved productivity.
   • There is a consonance of opinion among the committee members.
   • The music created a sense of consonance and peace.

   Synonymeaccordaccordanceagreementcompatibilityconcordconcordanceconcurrencecongruenceconsistencyharmony

   Antonymeconflictdisagreementdiscorddisharmonydissonanceincompatibility

2. Literary deviceC1formal

   The repetition of consonant sounds in close proximity, often used in poetry and prose for effect.

   Konsonanz

   • The poet used consonance with the 's' sound in 'silent, soft, and slow'.
   • Consonance adds a musical quality to the verse.
   • The phrase 'pitter-patter' is an example of consonance.