cadence
n. C / Un. the natural rhythm or rise and fall of a voice or a piece of music. It can also mean the regular beat of a physical activity, like walking or rowing.
n. the rhythmic flow or sequence of sounds in language or music; specifically, the modulation of the voice or a progression of chords that concludes a musical phrase.
The poet read his work with a slow, steady cadence.
The drill sergeant used a loud, rhythmic cadence to keep the soldiers marching in perfect time.
The speaker's natural cadence was so soothing that the audience remained captivated, even though the technical details of the lecture were exceptionally dense and difficult to follow.
From the word cadence.
Countable when referring to specific rhythmic patterns; uncountable when referring to the general quality of rhythm.