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INTONATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Intonation.

Intonation - as a noun

Rise and fall of the voice pitch

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
modulationpitch contour
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inflectionprosody
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Singing by a soloist of the opening piece of plainsong

The act of singing in a monotonous tone

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chanting
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
singingvocalizing
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The production of musical tones (by voice or instrument); especially the exactitude of the pitch relations

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
music
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her intonation rose at the end of the sentence, indicating a question."
"The actor's intonation added depth to her performance."
"You can convey different emotions through your intonation."
"Foreign language learners often struggle with mastering intonation patterns."
"The teacher focused on teaching proper intonation in pronunciation class."
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Word Game Points

Is INTONATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, intonation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INTONATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is INTONATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, intonation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INTONATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is INTONATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, intonation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INTONATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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