Is Rhyme repetiton of vowels or consonant sounds?

Rhyme is the repetition of vowel sounds, often accompanied by similar consonant sounds.

Here's the breakdown:

* Vowel sounds: The core of a rhyme. For example, "cat" and "hat" rhyme because they both have the same vowel sound ("a").

* Consonant sounds: While not essential for a rhyme, similar consonant sounds at the end of words can strengthen the rhyming effect. For example, "cat" and "bat" have the same vowel sound and end with the same consonant sound.

So, while rhyme doesn't rely solely on consonant sounds, they often play a role in creating a strong rhyming effect.