cadence

US /ˈkeɪ.dəns/
UK /ˈkeɪ.dəns/
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1.

抑扬顿挫, 语调

a modulation or inflection of the voice

:
The speaker's voice had a soothing cadence.
演讲者的声音有一种舒缓的抑扬顿挫
He spoke with a slow, deliberate cadence.
他以缓慢而深思熟虑的语调说话。
2.

终止式, 乐句结尾

a sequence of notes or chords comprising the close of a musical phrase

:
The piece ended with a perfect authentic cadence.
这首曲子以一个完美的正格终止式结束。
Composers often use different types of cadences to create tension and release.
作曲家经常使用不同类型的终止式来制造紧张和释放。
3.

韵律, 节奏

a rhythmic flow of a sequence of sounds or words

:
The poem had a beautiful cadence that made it pleasant to read.
这首诗有优美的韵律,读起来很舒服。
The rhythmic cadence of the waves lulled him to sleep.
海浪有节奏的韵律催他入睡。