Cadence: meaning, definitions and examples

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cadence

[ ˈkeɪdəns ]

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music

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

Synonyms

conclusion, ending, resolution

Examples of usage

The cadence at the end of the piece left the audience in awe.
The composer used a perfect cadence to conclude the symphony.

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poetry

A rhythmic pattern of sounds that creates a harmonious effect.

Synonyms

beat, meter, rhythm

Examples of usage

The poet employed a melodic cadence in his verses.
Her spoken words had a lyrical cadence that captivated the listeners.

Translations

Translations of the word "cadence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cadência

🇮🇳 ताल

🇩🇪 Kadenz

🇮🇩 irama

🇺🇦 каденція

🇵🇱 kadencja

🇯🇵 ケイデンス

🇫🇷 cadence

🇪🇸 cadencia

🇹🇷 kadans

🇰🇷 카덴스

🇸🇦 إيقاع

🇨🇿 kadence

🇸🇰 kadencia

🇨🇳 节奏

🇸🇮 kadenca

🇮🇸 takmark

🇰🇿 каденция

🇬🇪 კადენცია

🇦🇿 kadans

🇲🇽 cadencia

Word origin

The word 'cadence' originated from the Latin word 'cadentia', which means 'a falling'. It was first used in the musical context in the 16th century to describe the end of a phrase or a musical section. Over time, its usage expanded to include poetry and speech patterns, referring to the rhythm and flow of language. Today, 'cadence' is widely used in music, poetry, and even in everyday language to denote a rhythmic pattern or a harmonic conclusion.