tune

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NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLA2

Definitions

n.

A melody or short musical composition; the correct pitch of a musical instrument

曲调;旋律;音调

v.

To adjust a musical instrument to the correct pitch; to adjust a device for optimal performance; to select a radio or TV channel

调音;调整;调频道

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
tuneother
=tune

Common Collocations

  • 1.catchy tune朗朗上口的曲调
  • 2.out of tune走音;不和谐
  • 3.in tune音调准确;协调一致
  • 4.hum a tune哼一首曲子

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She hummed a cheerful tune while washing the dishes.

  • 2.

    The guitar was slightly out of tune, making the performance sound off.

  • 3.

    That catchy tune has been stuck in my head all day.

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