Cacophony - Euphony

: In Margaret Atwood’s "Variations on the Word Sleep," the use of liquid consonants and long vowels creates an "ultra-soft, dreamy mood" that mimics the state of drifting into slumber. The Impact of Cacophony

: It is primarily built using plosive consonants like "p," "b," "t," "d," "k," and "g". These sounds require "explosive" delivery, forcing the speaker to stop and start their breath abruptly. Euphony Cacophony

Euphony, derived from the Greek for "good sound," refers to language that is smooth, musical, and pleasing to hear. It is characterized by: : In Margaret Atwood’s "Variations on the Word