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... pronounced . We next enquire , how far syllables are agreeable to the ear . Few tongues are so polished , as entirely to have rejected sounds that are pronounced with difficulty ; and it is a noted observation , That such sounds are to ...
... pronounced . We next enquire , how far syllables are agreeable to the ear . Few tongues are so polished , as entirely to have rejected sounds that are pronounced with difficulty ; and it is a noted observation , That such sounds are to ...
Page 436
... pronounced in a low note . To imitate a stern and impetuous passion , the words ought to be pronounced rough and loud ; a sweet and kindly pas- sion , on the contrary , ought to be imitated by a soft and melodious tone of voice : in ...
... pronounced in a low note . To imitate a stern and impetuous passion , the words ought to be pronounced rough and loud ; a sweet and kindly pas- sion , on the contrary , ought to be imitated by a soft and melodious tone of voice : in ...
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... pronouncing the larger por- tion , which is last in order . The mind has a different feeling when the pause succeeds the fifth syllable , which divides the line into two equal parts : these parts , pronounced with equal effort , are ...
... pronouncing the larger por- tion , which is last in order . The mind has a different feeling when the pause succeeds the fifth syllable , which divides the line into two equal parts : these parts , pronounced with equal effort , are ...
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