Intonation refers to the rise and fall of pitch in speech. It is an important element of communication and helps create the "music" of a language. There are two basic intonation patterns: falling intonation indicates finality or certainty, while rising intonation conveys that more information is to follow, as in yes/no questions. Being aware of intonation aids communication by helping convey meaning, and incorrect intonation can lead to misunderstandings. Constant practice listening to and imitating native speakers is the best way to improve one's intonation skills.

1. INTONATION
Islam M. Abu Khater

2. Whatisit?
Intonation is the variation of pitch
when speaking.
One of the elements of linguistic
prosody.
Perhaps the most important
element of a good accent.

3. Intonation helps create the music of a
language. (like notes in music)
¥• It is a part of communication.
the rise and fall of pitch in our voice
plays a crucial role in how we express
meaning.
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12. Whatisrisingintonation?
conveys an impression that something
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13. RisingIntonation
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