Meaning & Definition of Diatonic in English
English⟶
Diatonic
/daɪətɑnɪk/
adjective
1. Based on the standard major or minor scales consisting of 5 tones and 2 semitones without modulation by accidentals
synonym:
- diatonic
2. Based on or using the five tones and two semitones of the major or minor scales of western music
synonym:
- diatonic