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prosody
German → American English
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prosody
Lehre von Rhythmus, Betonung und Intonation in Sprache oder Versen.
Die Prosodie eines Gedichts trägt stark zur Wirkung beim Vorlesen bei.Use this word mainly in linguistics, poetry, and music theory. In everyday German, people more often say Intonation, Betonung, or Rhythmus depending on the context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Prosodie mean in German?
Prosodie means the patterns of rhythm, stress, and intonation in speech or verse.
How do you use Prosodie in a sentence?
Example: Die Prosodie des Satzes klingt natürlich. / The prosody of the sentence sounds natural.
Is Prosodie the same as Intonation?
Not exactly. Intonation is one part of Prosodie, which also includes rhythm and stress.