Cadence

/ˈkeɪ.dəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A rhythmic flow of a sequence of sounds or words.

The poet's cadence enhanced the emotional impact of her verses.

The rise and fall of the voice in speaking.

His cadence was so soothing that many listeners were captivated.

A modulation or inflection of the voice.

She spoke with a gentle cadence that made her storytelling enthralling.

The pace or rhythm at which something occurs or is done.

He maintained a steady cadence while running, which helped him finish the race strong.

In music, the sequence of chords that brings a phrase to a close.

The final cadence of the symphony left the audience in awe.

Latin 'cadentia', from 'cadere' meaning 'to fall'.

find your cadence

To establish a comfortable and effective pace or rhythm.

speak in a measured cadence

To speak with a steady and controlled rhythm.

a natural cadence

An unforced and effortless rhythm or flow.

rhythm

A strong, regular repeated pattern of movement or sound.

tempo

The speed at which a passage of music is played.

beat

The basic unit of time in music.

A groove or flow in conversation or performance.

Once he got into a good cadence, the stories just flowed.

A rhythm established by a group activity.

They found their cadence during the team exercise.