Lilt

Pro Tip 1/3

Lilt often indicates a cheerful or soothing tone in speech or music, suggesting positive emotions.

Despite the stressful situation, her calm instructions had a reassuring lilt.

Pro Tip 2/3

In music, 'lilt' is sometimes associated with the lively and rhythmic traditional tunes of Ireland or Scotland.

The fiddler played with a lilt that made everyone want to dance.

Pro Tip 3/3

When speaking about someone's lilt, it usually refers to a distinctive, melodic way of speaking that's easy to hear.

The poet recited each line with a lilt, capturing the audience's attention.