cadence — a rhythmic sequence or flow of sounds in language or music
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a rhythmic sequence or flow of sounds in language or music
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkeɪdəns/
Example Sentences
- The poetry teacher emphasized the importance of cadence, saying 'Without rhythm, even Shakespeare sounds like a shopping list.'
- The drummer's steady cadence kept the entire band in perfect sync.
- My GPS has such a robotic cadence that I sometimes wonder if it's judging my driving skills.
cadence
NOUN[/ˈkeɪdəns/]
a rhythmic sequence or flow of sounds in language or music
Rhythmic flow of musical sounds
The cad dances to the beat with perfect cadence
The cadence guides their dance, igniting romance!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'cadentia' meaning 'a falling' or 'descent,' derived from 'cadere' meaning 'to fall.' The word entered English through Old French and came to describe the rhythmic fall or modulation of sounds in speech and music.
Breakdown
cad- (from Latin cadere, to fall) + -ence (suffix forming nouns of quality or state) = cadence (a falling rhythm or sequence)
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📝Examples
“The poetry teacher emphasized the importance of cadence, saying 'Without rhythm, even Shakespeare sounds like a shopping list.'”
“The drummer's steady cadence kept the entire band in perfect sync.”
“My GPS has such a robotic cadence that I sometimes wonder if it's judging my driving skills.”
“The rain fell with a gentle cadence on the roof, creating a natural lullaby.”
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