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tone

🇬🇧 UK/tәun/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 2kA2

Definitions

n.

The quality or pitch of a sound or voice; the general mood or character of something; a shade of colour

音调,音质;语气,语调;色调

v.

To give a particular tone or shade to; to make firmer or stronger

调音;调色;使更结实

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
tonsound, tone
+
esuffix
=tone

Common Collocations

  • 1.tone of voice说话语气
  • 2.set the tone定下基调
  • 3.muscle tone肌肉张力
  • 4.skin tone肤色

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her tone of voice made it clear she was not pleased with the decision.

  • 2.

    The editorial set a serious tone for the entire magazine issue.

  • 3.

    The painting uses warm tones of orange and gold to create a cozy atmosphere.

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