intonation
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/ˌɪntəˈneɪʃn/
🇬🇧
/ˌɪntəˈneɪʃn/
noun
R
The pattern of pitch in a person's voice when they are speaking, which can change the meaning of what they are saying.
The teacher noticed a change in the student's intonation when they asked a question.
R
The accuracy of musical notes being played or sung at the correct pitch.
The singer's intonation was perfect, making the performance even more enjoyable.
translation
The pattern of pitch in a person's voice when they are speaking, which can change the meaning of what they are saying.; The accuracy of musical notes being played or sung at the correct pitch.
Word Forms
Plural
intonations