rhythmic
RIHTH-mihk
Rhythmic (adj) means having or following a regular, repeating pattern of beats or movement. Example: “The waves made a soft, rhythmic sound against the shore.”
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Having or following a regular, repeating pattern of beats or movement.
"The waves made a soft, rhythmic sound against the shore."
How to use rhythmic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMarked by a steady, repeating beat or pattern.
Common pairings
rhythmic breathing
rhythmic gymnastics
rhythmic clapping
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more rhythmic
- Superlative
- most rhythmic
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Etymology
From Greek rhythmikos, from rhythmos ("rhythm") plus the adjective-forming suffix -ikos.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “rhythmic” mean?
The word “rhythmic” means having or following a regular, repeating pattern of beats or movement. In plain terms, marked by a steady, repeating beat or pattern.
How do you pronounce “rhythmic”?
“Rhythmic” is pronounced RIHTH-mihk (/ˈɹɪð.mɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “rhythmic” in a sentence?
Here is “rhythmic” used in a sentence: “The waves made a soft, rhythmic sound against the shore.”
What part of speech is “rhythmic”?
“Rhythmic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “rhythmic” come from?
The word “rhythmic” comes from Greek. From Greek rhythmikos, from rhythmos ("rhythm") plus the adjective-forming suffix -ikos.
Is “rhythmic” a common word?
“Rhythmic” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
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