Lesson 1:Prosodic Features Flashcards
1
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What is prosody?
A
It refers to a set variables in a speech that affects how a message is communicated.
2
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What are the prosodic features
A
Pitch, stress, juncture, volume, projection, intonation, and speech rate.
3
Q
What is Pitch?
A
It is the highness or lowness of sound.
4
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What is Stress?
A
It refers to the putting of emphasis to certain words or syllables.
5
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What is Juncture
A
It refers to the pause. It typically uses coma.
6
Q
What is volume?
A
It is used when there is a change in approach.
7
Q
What is Projection?
A
It is used when you want to command respect or to get attention.
8
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What is Intonation?
A
It is when the voice changes in pitch or tone while speaking.
9
Q
What is speech rate?
A
It is how fast or slow a person speaks.
