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    Entonación (en. Intonation)

    /en.to.naˈθjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The way of articulating words, with different tones and emphasis.
    The intonation of her voice made the story sound more interesting.
    La entonación de su voz hacía que la historia sonara más interesante.
    In music, the way notes and tones are interpreted.
    The correct intonation in singing is essential for a good performance.
    La entonación correcta en el canto es esencial para una buena interpretación.
    The change in voice tone that indicates a question or a statement.
    In Spanish, intonation rises at the end of questions.
    En español, la entonación sube al final de las preguntas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'intonatio', which comes from 'intonare', meaning 'to sound out'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    musical intonation
    The specific use of tone in musical interpretation.
    entonación musical
    intonation of the question
    The change in voice tone that indicates a question is being asked.
    entonación de la pregunta
    appropriate intonation
    The correct use of tones in speech to express emotions.
    entonación adecuada

    Related Words

    modulation
    The change or variation in the intensity or tone of the voice.
    modulación
    inflection
    Change in intonation that can alter the meaning of a phrase.
    inflección
    tonality
    The character of a tone or set of tones in music or speech.
    tonalidad

    Slang Meanings

    To use an exaggerated tone to make a joke.
    When he tells that joke, his intonation is so exaggerated that it makes me laugh.
    Cuando cuenta ese chiste, su entonación es tan exagerada que me hace reír.
    To intentionally change the tone when arguing.
    In the argument, his intonation became aggressive.
    En la discusión, su entonación se volvió agresiva.