Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

prosodically

Adverb

/prəˈsɒd.ɪ.kli/

Definition

In a manner that relates to prosody, or the patterns of rhythm and sound used in poetry and speech.

Examples

The actor delivered his lines prosodically, emphasizing the emotional depth of the character.
She studied how different languages use prosodically distinct patterns to convey meaning.
In poetry, using meter and rhyme enhances the prosodically pleasing quality of the work.

Meaning

Prosodically refers to the features of speech that go beyond the individual sounds of words, including intonation, stress, and rhythm, which contribute to the expressive qualities of spoken language.