lilt

/lษชlt/

IPA: /L IH1 L T/

noun
  1. 1

    Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.

  2. 2

    A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.

  3. 3

    A cheerful or melodious accent when speaking.

verb
  1. 1

    To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.

  2. 2

    To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.

  3. 3

    To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

Source: https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/lilt