Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.toʊˈneɪ.ʃən/
noun the rise and fall of the voice in speaking
A1 She spoke with a cheerful intonation.
A2 The teacher used a clear intonation to help students understand the meaning.
B1 His intonation indicated that he was unsure about the answer.
B2 The actor's intonation added depth to his performance.
C1 The singer's flawless intonation captivated the audience.
C2 Linguists study intonation patterns to better understand language variation.
adjective related to the manner in which intonation is used in speech
A1 She spoke with a clear intonation so that everyone could understand her.
A2 The teacher used exaggerated intonation to help students grasp the meaning of the words.
B1 His intonation was a bit flat, making it hard to tell if he was happy or sad.
B2 The actor's intonation was so convincing that it brought the character to life.
C1 The singer's intonation was flawless, hitting every note with precision and emotion.
C2 The politician's intonation was carefully calculated to convey authority and confidence.
formal His intonation during the presentation was clear and authoritative.
informal I could tell by her intonation that she was not happy with the situation.
slang The way he changed his intonation made it seem like he was being sarcastic.
figurative The intonation of the music rose and fell like waves crashing on the shore.
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