* Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in a sentence or phrase. For example, "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."
* Rhythm is the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line of poetry or prose. It creates a sense of flow and musicality.
Here's a simple analogy:
* Alliteration is like a melody - it focuses on the sounds themselves.
* Rhythm is like the beat - it focuses on the pattern and flow.
They can be used together to create a more powerful and enjoyable effect, but they are distinct elements.