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    Tono (en. Tone)

    /'tono/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Quality of a sound that allows it to be distinguished from others.
    Juan's tone of voice is very melodious.
    El tono de la voz de Juan es muy melodioso.
    Hue or grade of color.
    The artist chose a warm tone for his painting.
    El artista eligió un tono cálido para su pintura.
    Style or manner in which something is expressed.
    The tone of the letter was formal.
    El tono de la carta era formal.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'tonus', meaning 'tension' or 'sound'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to set the tone
    To indicate the direction or style of something.
    dar el tono
    in a joking tone
    With a humorous or playful sense.
    en tono de broma
    tone of voice
    The style or intensity with which one speaks.
    tono de voz

    Related Words

    tonality
    Property of a sound that allows it to be classified.
    tonalidad
    intonation
    Modulation of voice when speaking.
    entonación
    tonometer
    Instrument used to measure tonality or tension.
    tonómetro

    Slang Meanings

    Mood or social environment.
    The party has a good tone, the people are very lively.
    La fiesta tiene buen tono, la gente está muy animada.
    Chilango: Reference to a particular vibe or style.
    That place has a lot of tone, it's very trendy.
    Ese lugar tiene mucho tono, es muy trendy.