tonality
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/toʊˈnælɪti/
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/təʊˈnælɪti/
musical tone quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tonality' originates from the French word 'tonalité', which is derived from 'tonal', meaning 'pertaining to tone'.
Historical Evolution
'tonalité' transformed into the English word 'tonality' in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the 'quality of tone', but over time it evolved to include the 'organization of tones in music'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the character or quality of a musical sound or voice as distinct from its pitch and intensity.
The tonality of the singer's voice was rich and warm.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42