periodic sentence

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What does periodic sentence mean?

A complex sentence whose main clause is left unfinished until the end in order to create the effect of anticipation or suspense.

How to pronounce periodic sentence

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “periodic sentence”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “periodic sentence”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “periodic sentence” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.