ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR2-0022 · ATLAS 251

Kakophony

A sequence of sounds perceived as harsh, halting, or unpleasant.

Explanation

The flow of speech reveals its points of friction.

Example

Atlas example in editorial form: A sequence of sounds perceived as harsh, halting, or unpleasant.

Counterexample

Neutral wording without the characteristics described for cacophony.

Distinction

The distinction from euphony and alliteration is explored in greater depth in the source reference.

Effect on thought and perception

The flow of speech reveals its points of friction.

Resonance

The flow of speech reveals its points of friction.

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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Kakophony“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR2-0022. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR2-0022

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