1. Falling Intonation: This pattern starts at a higher pitch and descends to a lower pitch at the end of the phrase. It is used for:
* Statements: "I am going to the store."
* Commands: "Close the door."
* Wh-questions: "Where are you going?"
* Yes/No questions when the speaker is certain of the answer: "You're coming, right?"
2. Rising Intonation: This pattern starts at a lower pitch and rises to a higher pitch at the end of the phrase. It is used for:
* Yes/No questions: "Are you coming?"
* Tag questions: "You're going, aren't you?"
* Lists: "Milk, eggs, and bread."
* Incomplete thoughts: "I want to... "
These two basic patterns are the building blocks for more complex intonation patterns in English. Understanding these patterns helps speakers to sound more natural and communicate effectively.