noun
cadence
KAY-dunts/ˈkeɪdns/
The rhythmic pattern or pace of something.
The four walkers maintain a steady cadence as they march.
Etymology
The underlying image is a falling voice, especially at a sentence’s end. The rise and fall of spoken tones connects this image to rhythmic flow, later extended to music and movement.
In context
nice easy Cadence you want to make sure that the fly line fully extends behind you before bringing it forward
More examples
- Her voice takes on a soothing cadence as she tells stories.
- Rain taps against the roof in a gentle cadence.
- The team settles into a weekly cadence of planning and review.
Forms
cadence · cadences