Tone-of-voice Definition

noun

The way someone speaks, as characterised by tone, pitch, speed, rhythm, melody, accent, etc.

You could tell by his tone of voice that he was uncomfortable.
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Noun

Singular:
tone-of-voice
Plural:
tones of voice

Tone-of-voice Sentence Examples

  • All present were astonished when she appeared not only to hear a whistle, but also an ordinary tone of voice.

  • Come here a bit, said she, assuming a soft high tone of voice.

  • The tone of voice should be matched to the words too.

  • My admonitory tone of voice failed to convince my teenager to clean his room, so I grounded him for the weekend.

  • However, you are correct in assuming that your dog's reaction to your boyfriend was in direct response to his anger and tone of voice.

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Words Starting With

TTOTON

Words Ending With

ECEICE

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