lilt

A cheerful or lively manner of speaking, in which the pitch of the voice varies pleasantly.

A light, happy tune or song.

A light or resilient manner of moving or walking.

To say, sing, or play (something) in a cheerful, rhythmic manner.

To speak, sing, or play with liveliness or rhythm.

A snatch of a cheerful, lively song; a short, smooth-flowing, tripping air or tune.

Hence Cadence; rhythmic swing or flow.

To sway up and down, as a bird on a spray.

To sound.

To sing or play in snatches, and with easy, tripping grace, as a song or a tune; utter or pour forth with sprightliness, animation, or gaiety.