What is another word for speech rhythm?
Pronunciation: [spˈiːt͡ʃ ɹˈɪðəm] (IPA) 
Speech rhythm refers to the natural flow and cadence of spoken language. A variety of synonyms can be used to describe this aspect of speech, including prosody, intonation, and pacing. Prosody encompasses not just the rhythm, but also stress, pitch, and other aspects of vocal expression. Intonation specifically refers to the rising and falling of pitch that can signal meaning or emotion. Pacing includes the speed and timing of speech, as well as the use of pauses. Other related terms include meter, which refers to the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in language, and phrasing, which describes the way that words are grouped together in speech.
