Tone
volume
British pronunciation/tˈə‍ʊn/
American pronunciation/ˈtoʊn/

Definicja i Znaczenie "tone"

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odcień, ton

a particular variation of a color
tone definition and meaning

What is "tone"?

Tone refers to the lightness or darkness of a particular color, distinguishing it from other colors on a scale from light to dark. It describes how light or dark a color appears, with lighter tones being closer to white and darker tones approaching black. For example, light blue and dark blue share the same hue but differ in tone due to their different levels of lightness or darkness. Tone is an essential characteristic in color perception, affecting the mood, visual impact, and overall impression of a color.

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ton, intonacja

(phonetics) a degree of lowness or highness, called pitch, in a language that signifies different meanings

What is "tone"?

Tone refers to the use of pitch in spoken language to convey meaning, distinguishing words or phrases based on their pitch patterns. In tonal languages, the same sequence of sounds can have different meanings depending on the pitch used. For example, in Mandarin Chinese, the syllable "ma" can mean "mother," "hemp," "horse," or "scold," depending on the tone applied. Tone is crucial for understanding and communicating in tonal languages, as it affects not only the meaning of words but also the overall intonation and emotional expression in speech.

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ton, dźwięk

a vocal or musical sound with a particular pitch, intensity, and quality
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What is "tone"?

Tone in music refers to the quality or character of a sound that distinguishes it from other sounds. It encompasses aspects such as pitch, timbre, and volume. Tone helps define how a note or sound is perceived, whether it is bright, warm, harsh, or smooth. It is influenced by the instrument or voice producing the sound and how it is played or sung. Tone contributes to the overall mood and expression of the music.

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The tone of the cello added warmth to the ensemble.
She spent hours practicing to perfect the tone of her voice, ensuring it was just right for the important audition.
The musician experimented with different tones to find the best one for the piece.
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ton, interwał

a musical interval that lasts as long as two semitones separating two notes in a scale
05

ton, nastrój

the general manner or attitude of the author in a literary work
06

atmosfera, ton

the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
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ton, dźwięk

a steady sound without overtones
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ton, interwał

a musical interval of two semitones
09

tonus, napięcie

the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli
10

ton, barwa

the quality of a person's voice
to tone
01

uformaować, wzmocnić

to make muscles stronger and more defined through exercise or physical activity
Transitive: to tone muscles
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The fitness trainer recommended specific exercises to tone the abdominal muscles.
Regular weightlifting can help tone your arm muscles and increase strength.
Running or jogging can contribute to toning the leg muscles over time.
02

tonować, barwić

to change or adjust the color of a monochrome image by applying a chemical solution
Transitive: to tone a photo
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The artist carefully toned the picture to add depth and subtle color variations.
They used a special chemical solution to tone the photograph and give it a warmer tone.
The darkroom technician toned the prints to achieve a rich, golden tint.
03

intonować, powtarzać monotonnie

to speak in a dull, unvaried voice, repeating words or phrases with a rhythmic pattern
Transitive: to tone speech
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The drill sergeant toned his orders.
The robot toned its responses, offering information in a flat and rhythmic manner.
The preacher toned his sermon, repeating the same phrases over and over in a rhythmic pattern.
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intonować, dostosować

to adjust or change the pitch, quality, or emphasis of one's voice or speech
Transitive: to tone voice or speech
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The singer toned her voice to give the song a more emotional feel.
The actor toned his delivery to emphasize the character ’s sorrow in the scene.
She toned her voice to sound more reassuring during the difficult conversation.
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