intonation
/ˌɪntəˈneɪʃən/
noun
- The rise and fall of the voice when speaking, especially as it affects meaning.
- Learning the correct intonation is important for sounding natural in a new language.
- Her intonation was flat, so I couldn't tell if she was excited or bored.
- Raising your intonation at the end of a sentence can make it sound like a question.
- The act of chanting or singing in a particular way, especially in religious or formal contexts.
- The choir practiced the intonation of the hymn for hours.
- The priest's intonation of the psalm was calm and soothing.
- His intonation during the ceremony gave the words a sacred feeling.
- The accuracy of pitch in playing or singing music.
- Poor intonation can ruin a beautiful melody.
- The violinist's intonation was perfect throughout the concert.
- She worked with a tuner to improve her intonation on the guitar.
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