noun

rhythm

rhythm

The song has a catchy rhythm.

The song has a catchy rhythm.

He felt the rhythm of the waves.

He felt the rhythm of the waves.

((the)) ~ ((of sth.)) the regular repeated pattern of (sth.). I love the rhythm of the music.

((a)) ~ a particular type of pattern. The poem has a steady rhythm.

Synonyms: beat, tempo, pulse, cadence.

From Greek 'rhythmos', meaning 'measured flow'.

The spelling is tricky. Remember the mnemonic: 'Rhythm Helps Your Two Hips Move'.

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