Alliterative verse is a poetic form that emphasizes the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. This technique was particularly popular in Old English literature, where it helped create rhythm and musicality in poetry. Each line typically contains two half-lines, or hemistichs, with a strong emphasis on alliteration, often featuring a stressed syllable in each half. One of the most famous examples of alliterative verse is found in the epic poem Beowulf. In this work, the use of alliteration enhances the storytelling and adds to the poem's oral tradition. Alliterative verse can also be seen in other cultures, such as in Old Norse and Middle English poetry.