pentatone

[US]/[ˈpɛntətɒn]/
[UK]/[ˈpɛntətɒn]/

Translation

n.a musical composition or system based on five tones; a scale of five notes
adj.relating to or based on a pentatonic scale or system
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

pentatone scale

playing pentatone

pentatone chords

pentatone feel

pentatone mode

pentatone influence

pentatone sound

pentatone guitar

pentatone blues

pentatone lick

Example Sentences

the pentatone scale is a foundation for many folk melodies.

he composed a pentatone piece for the string quartet.

the song featured a simple pentatone structure.

she used a pentatone mode to create a haunting atmosphere.

the pentatone influence is evident in traditional chinese music.

the composer explored pentatone harmonies in his new work.

a pentatone melody can evoke a sense of nostalgia.

the pentatone system is common in east asian music.

they incorporated pentatone elements into the modern composition.

the pentatone sound gave the music a unique character.

he analyzed the use of pentatone in early chinese folk songs.

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