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Bent correspondence

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Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

A slant or approximate rhyme that deviates from perfect phonetic matching

Detailed Definition
Bent correspondence: A rhyme scheme or pattern of echoing elements that deviates from its expected trajectory, creating unexpected connections between lines or stanzas. Rather than following a straight, predictable pattern, bent correspondence curves toward surprising relationships, adding complexity and interest through its resistance to conventional symmetry. This technique rewards attentive readers with discovered connections.
Example
Example in poetry:
Rhyme scheme altered mid-poem, changing the expected pattern; A sonnet that shifts from ABAB to CDCD unexpectedly; Couplets that suddenly switch to alternate rhyme; When established rhyme correspondence changes direction or pattern
Additional Notes
A rhyme or sound pattern that shifts direction unexpectedly, creating tension or surprise. Related to diverted rhyme and redirected chime.
Also Known As
Diverted rhyme Redirected correspondence Shifted pattern Deflected echo Deflected rhyme
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