intonational phrase

noun

A chunk of spoken language containing its own melody or intonation pattern.

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Meanings

nounintonational phrase (plural intonational phrases)

plural intonational phrases

  1. human sciencesA chunk of spoken language containing its own melody or intonation pattern.
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“intonational phrase.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/intonational%20phrase. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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