Alliterate: The Art of Repetition in Language
Alliterate is a verb that refers to the repetition of the same sound or letter at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words. This technique adds rhythm and musicality to language, making it more memorable and engaging. In Urdu, alliterate can be translated as “تکرارِ حرفِ ابتدا” or “ابتدائی حروف کی تکرار”.
Origin and Usage
The word alliterate originates from the Latin word “ad” meaning “to” and “littera” meaning “letter.” It entered the English language in the mid-16th century. Alliteration has been widely used in poetry, literature, and even advertising slogans to create a catchy and memorable effect.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for alliterate include “reiterate,” “iterate,” and “echo.” Antonyms, on the other hand, include “dissociate,” “separate,” and “disconnect.” In Urdu, synonyms can be translated as “دہرانا” or “پھرانا,” while antonyms can be translated as “الگ کرنا” or “جدا کرنا”.
Nearby Words
Some nearby words related to alliterate are:
- Alliteration: (Noun) تکرارِ حرفِ ابتدا
- Alliterative: (Adjective) تکراری
- Alliterated: (Adjective) تکراری حروف کا استعمال کرنا
- Alliteratively: (Adverb) تکراری طور پر
Examples and Meanings
Here are a few examples of sentences using alliterate:
- She sells seashells by the seashore. (وہ سمندر کے کنارے سے سمندری گوندھتی ہے۔)
- Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. (پیٹر پائپر نے ایک پیک پکڑا جس میں سرکہ لگے ہوئے مرچیں تھیں۔)
- Sally sells seashells on the seashore. (سیلی سمندر کے کنارے پر سمندری گوندھتی ہے۔)
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