anapestic

[US]/ˌænəˈpɛstɪk/
[UK]/ˌænəˈpɛstɪk/

Translation

adj.Having an anapestic meter; characterized by a metrical pattern of two unstressed syllables followed by one stressed syllable.

Phrases & Collocations

anapestic meter

anapestic tetrameter

anapestic rhythm

anapestic verse

anapestic foot

understanding anapestic stress

anapestic scansion

Example Sentences

the poem had an anapestic rhythm that was both soothing and energizing.

she recognized the anapestic meter in the ancient greek text.

the musician's skillful use of anapestic rhythm created a captivating melody.

the speaker's voice flowed with an easy, anapestic cadence.

he studied the anapestic pattern to better understand the poem's structure.

the teacher explained the difference between iambic and anapestic meters.

he wrote a song with an upbeat, anapestic rhythm to inspire his listeners.

the children's nursery rhyme had a simple, anapestic rhythm that was easy to remember.

the poet experimented with different meters, including anapestic, to find the perfect sound for his words.

the rhythmic pattern of the anapestic verse created a sense of urgency and excitement.

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