1. Falling Intonation: The voice starts at a higher pitch and gradually drops down to a lower pitch by the end of the utterance. This is commonly used in statements, commands, and questions that expect a "yes" or "no" answer.
* Example: "I'm going to the store."
2. Rising Intonation: The voice starts at a lower pitch and gradually rises to a higher pitch by the end of the utterance. This is commonly used in questions that require information, expressions of surprise or interest, and lists.
* Example: "What are you doing today?"
3. Level Intonation: The voice remains at a relatively consistent pitch throughout the utterance. This is often used for lists, emphasizing specific words, or conveying a neutral tone.
* Example: "Red, blue, green."
Important Note: These are broad categories, and real-life intonation can be much more nuanced and complex. Factors like the speaker's emotions, cultural background, and specific context can all influence the intonation patterns used.