Tautophony refers to repetition of the same sound at the beginning of successive words or syllables. This literary device is also known as alliteration, and can be used to create a musical or rhythmic effect in writing or speech. Other synonyms for tautophony include consonance, assonance, rhyme, repetition, and echo. Each of these techniques involves repeating sounds within words, phrases, or lines of text. Some examples of tautophony in poetry include "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers" and "Annabelle ate anchovies and artichokes." Tautophony can add depth, emotion, and a sense of musicality to writing and speech.