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intonational

/ɪntəʊˈneɪʃənəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does intonational mean?

adjective

Relating to the pitch and stress patterns of speech, or the way in which a speaker uses pitch and stress to convey meaning. This can include the rise and fall of pitch, the length of syllables, and the emphasis on certain words or syllables.

Example

"The intonational patterns of the speaker conveyed a sense of excitement and enthusiasm."

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