Tones: meaning, definitions and examples

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tones

 

[ tษ™สŠnz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

emotional expression

Tones refer to the general attitude or mood expressed in a piece of writing or speech. It can convey various emotions such as excitement, sadness, anger, or joy. Tones play a crucial role in determining the overall message and impact of communication.

Synonyms

atmosphere, mood, vibe

Examples of usage

  • Tones of excitement and anticipation were evident in her voice.
  • His tone shifted from anger to sadness as he recounted the story.
Context #2 | Noun

sound quality

In the context of sound, tones refer to the quality or timbre of a sound. It is characterized by the frequency and intensity of sound waves, which determine the pitch and richness of the sound produced.

Synonyms

pitch, sound quality, timbre

Examples of usage

  • The violinist produced rich and resonant tones from his instrument.
  • She adjusted the tone on the amplifier to achieve the desired sound.

Translations

Translations of the word "tones" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tons

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคตเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tรถne

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ nada

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะพะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒผใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tons

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tonos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tonlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ†ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุบู…ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรณny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tรณny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้Ÿณ่ฐƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ toni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tรณnar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพะฝะดะฐั€ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tonlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tonos

Word origin

The word 'tones' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'ton' meaning 'sound' or 'note'. It has been used in various contexts over the centuries, evolving to encompass both emotional expressions and sound qualities. The concept of tones has been integral to the fields of literature, music, and communication, shaping the way we interpret and convey emotions and messages.

See also: intone, monotone, overtone, overtones, ton, tonality, toned, toner, toning, undertone, undertones.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,386 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.