Cool MateRhythm
UK /["/ˈrɪðəm/"]/US /["/ˈrɪðəm/"]/
Definition
a strong regular repeated pattern of sounds or movements
In simple words: A strong, regular beat or pattern in music or movements.
Examples
- The rhythm of the music made everyone want to dance.
- She found her own rhythm while practicing the piano.
- Different cultures have their own unique rhythms in dance.
- The poet used rhythm to enhance the flow of her verses.
- He struggled to keep up with the rhythm during the rehearsal.
- The heart has its own natural rhythm that can affect our health.
Usage notes
Used in contexts related to music, dance, and poetry. It can describe both musical beats and the flow of speech. Less appropriate in casual conversation outside these contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'Rhythm' as 'Ritmo' in Spanish, where both have a similar pronunciation.
Collocations
- fast
- slow
- constant
- develop
- fall into
- get into
- section
- in (a) rhythm
- to a/the rhythm
- with a/the rhythm
- a lack of rhythm
- a sense of rhythm
- fast
- slow
- constant
- develop
- fall into
- get into
- section
- in (a) rhythm
- to a/the rhythm
- with a/the rhythm
- a lack of rhythm
- a sense of rhythm
Synonyms
- beat
- tempo
- pulse
- cadence
- flow
Antonyms
- disorder
- chaos
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'rhyme'; rhythm refers to beats, while rhyme refers to sound.
- Using 'rhythm' as a verb; it's a noun.
- Incorrect pluralization; 'rhythm' is generally uncountable.