Tunod (en. Sound)

/tuˈnod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sound that comes from an object or being.
The sound of the birds joyfully reaches our ears.
Ang tunod ng mga ibon ay masayang dumadapo sa ating tainga.
The specific frequency or tone of sound.
The sound of the guitar is excellent when it is properly tuned.
Ang tunod ng gitara ay napaka-husay pag ito ay tama ang tuning.
Characteristic or quality of something relating to sound.
The tone of her voice is captivating.
Ang tunod ng kanyang boses ay nakakaakit.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'tunog' meaning 'sound' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sound of rain
Refers to the sound created by rain when it hits the ground.
tunod ng ulan
sound of music
Refers to the sounds coming from a musical instrument or singing.
tunod ng musika

Related Words

sound
The overall effect of all types of sound.
tunog
voice
The sound produced by a person when speaking or singing.
tinig

Slang Meanings

quiet
I was completely quiet during the thrilling moments of the movie.
Tunod na tunod ako sa mga kilig moments ng pelikula.
noise
Mike's voice when he talks is like noise from afar.
Ang tunod ni Mike pag nagsasalita, parang paila mula sa malayo.
loud sound
The sounds in the house are so loud, I can't even hear my own thoughts.
Ang mga tunod sa bahay, parang sobrang ingay, di ko na marinig ang sarili kong isip.
sounds
When I think of her, the sound is like music wrapping around my mind.
Kapag naiisip ko siya, ang tunod na parang musikang bumabalot sa isip ko.