Prosody Flashcards
1
Q
Stress and effect
A
How strong different syllables are uttered. Gives focus to particular element of speech
2
Q
Pitch and effect
A
How high the voice is and we modulate pitch depending on the meaning we wish to convey
3
Q
Intonation and effect
A
The changing of pitch across an utterance. Distinguishes statements from questions
4
Q
High rising terminal
A
Where statements have an information rising at the end rather then falling and is used as a floor holding strategy
5
Q
Tempo and effect
A
Concerns the speed of speech. Fast speech can indicate excitement whereas slow speech can indicate deliberation
6
Q
Volume and effects
A
Loudness in which we speak. Might speak loudly when angry and speak softly to soothe someone
