Here's a breakdown:
* Euphony: This term describes the pleasing and harmonious effect of sounds in language. It's created by the skillful use of vowel sounds, consonant combinations, and rhythms.
* Melody: While "melody" is typically associated with music, it can be applied to language. A melodious passage in literature is one that flows smoothly and creates a pleasing auditory experience for the reader.
Examples of euphony in literature:
* "The murmuring of innumerable bees" (from "The Wind in the Willows" by Kenneth Grahame)
* "The silken, sad, uncertain rustling of each purple curtain" (from "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe)
* "The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep" (from "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost)
In these examples, the carefully chosen words and their arrangement create a sense of musicality and pleasing sound.