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PROSODY

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Prosody.

How to pronounce prosody:

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Prosody - as a noun

The patterns of stress and intonation in a language

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inflection
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deliverymanner of speakingspeech
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(prosody) a system of versification

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
poetic rhythmrhythmic pattern
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
versification
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The study of poetic meter and the art of versification

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
metrics

Example Sentences

"The professor discussed the importance of prosody in poetry."
"Her prosody was flawless as she recited the Shakespearean sonnet."
"The poet used prosody to create a rhythmic pattern in the poem."
"He studied linguistics with a focus on prosody."
"The songwriter carefully considered the prosody of the lyrics to match the melody."
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Word Game Points

Is PROSODY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prosody is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PROSODY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PROSODY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prosody is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROSODY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PROSODY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prosody is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROSODY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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