intonation pattern

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Noun intonation pattern has 1 sense

intonation pattern - intonations characteristic of questions and requests and statements
--₁ is a kind of intonation, modulation, pitch contour

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Intonation Pattern

Definition:

An intonation pattern refers to the rise and fall of pitch within a sentence or phrase, which helps convey meaning and convey emotions in speech.

Examples:

In a statement, a common intonation pattern ends with a falling pitch.
A question typically has a rising intonation pattern at the end.
Some languages have specific intonation patterns to indicate sarcasm.

Usage:

Intonation patterns are crucial for effective communication and can greatly influence how a message is interpreted.

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