rhythmic

Everyday

Rhythmic means having a regular repeated pattern of sounds or movements, like a beat. tree →

In the lessons

In music lessons rhythm is the pattern of beats; in PE, rhythmic gymnastics uses ribbons and balls; in poetry, rhythmic lines have a beat; in science, the heart beats rhythmically. Phrases: rhythmic clapping, rhythmic gymnastics.

Examples

• The drum made a rhythmic sound. tree →
• We clapped in a rhythmic pattern. tree →
• The waves made a rhythmic noise on the beach. tree →
• Rhythmic gymnastics uses hoops and ribbons. tree →
• The poem has a rhythmic beat. tree →
• His breathing was slow and rhythmic. tree →

Note

Spelling trap: r-h-y-t-h-m-i-c (no vowels except y and i). Also «rhythmical». Adverb: rhythmically.