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evening", with a slight rising intonation at the end, as though asking a question, this is probably an indication of
attraction or at least interest. If you get a short, high-pitched, clipped "Good evening", or a monotone, expressionless
version, your target is probably not interested in you.
Once you are in conversation, remember that the intonation of even a single word can communicate an immense
variety of emotions and meanings. As an experiment, try practising variations in your intonation of the one-word
response "Yeah", and you will find that you can communicate anything from enthusiastic agreement to grudging
acceptance to varying degrees of scepticism to total disbelief.
If you speak in a monotone, with little variation in pitch, pace or tone of voice, you will be perceived as boring and
dull, even if what you are saying is truly fascinating or exceptionally amusing. Loud volume, a booming tone and too
much variation in pitch will make you seem overbearing. Speak too quietly or too slowly and you will seem
submissive or even depressed. Aim for moderation in volume and tone, with enough variation in pitch and pace to
hold your companion's interest.
Also remember that a rising or falling intonation, especially when accompanied by a drop [