Emphasis
Emphasis noun - A special notice or importance given to something.
Intonation is a synonym for emphasis in speech topic. In some cases you can use "Intonation" instead a noun "Emphasis", when it comes to topics like accent, pronunciation.
Intonation
Intonation noun - The act of singing in a monotonous tone.
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Synonyms for Intonation
Emphasis is a synonym for intonation in speech topic. You can use "Emphasis" instead a noun "Intonation", if it concerns topics such as accent, pronunciation, inflection, accentuation.
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- A two syllable "AAAH-ahh" with emphasis and rising intonation on the first syllable.
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Supposedly, the English voice actors were given voice directions by a voice director who didn't speak English and was more concerned about the intonation of words rather than their actual meaning (which is why many lines are delivered with odd emphasis on certain words).
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