Timbre (en. Ring)

/ˈtim.bɾe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of sound that allows it to be distinguished from other sounds.
The timbre of the guitar is very distinctive.
El timbre de la guitarra es muy distintivo.
Instrument or device that produces a sound signal.
The doorbell doesn't work.
El timbre de la puerta no funciona.
Seal used on official documents.
The notary's bell ensures the authenticity of the document.
El timbre de la notaría asegura la autenticidad del documento.

Etymology

From Latin 'timbre', meaning 'sound' or 'bell'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Tone of voice
Characteristic of the sound produced by a person's voice.
timbre de voz
Musical timbre
Referring to the quality and color of the sound of a musical instrument.
timbre musical
Doorbell
Device that emits a sound to indicate someone's arrival.
timbre de la puerta

Related Words

Sound
Acoustic perception produced by vibrations.
sonido
Noise
Undesired or annoying sound.
ruido
Melody
Sequence of sounds that is musical.
melodía

Slang Meanings

Tone of voice when speaking about someone in a derogatory manner.
That person has a tone of voice that I don't like.
Esa persona tiene un timbre de voz que no me gusta.
Referring to something that is very eye-catching or peculiar in context.
That garment has a tone that stands out at the party.
Esa prenda tiene un timbre que destaca en la fiesta.