How to Pronounce "cadence"
word
ˈkeɪdəns
KAY-dens
kˈeɪdəns
KAY-dns
Definition
Cadence is the rhythm or flow of sounds or words, often used to describe music, speech, or repeated movements. It can also mean the rise and fall of the voice in speaking.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkeɪdəns
British English
kˈeɪdəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAY-dens
UK
KAY-dns
Listen in Context
The song has a slow cadence that feels relaxing.
He spoke with a cheerful cadence.
The runners kept the same cadence throughout the race.
Her voice dropped in cadence at the end of each sentence.