Explanation
A conspicuous accumulation of identical or closely similar initial sounds, especially one consonant. Turns one sound into the organising foreground of an utterance.
Example
Ten tentative tones travel through the twilight.
Counterexample
Many quiet sounds move through the room.
Distinction
Tautacism often names an especially dense or excessive recurrence of one initial sound.
Effect on thought and perception
Turns one sound into the organising foreground of an utterance.
Resonance
Many word beginnings strike the same sonic pulse.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Tautacism“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR11-0011. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR11-0011The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.