tonal

[US]/'təʊn(ə)l/
[UK]/'tonl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. relating to tone or pitch, relating to a specific musical key

Phrases & Collocations

tonal languages

tonal music

tonal quality

tonal range

Example Sentences

the poem's tonal lapses.

his ear for tonal colour.

he commands the sort of tonal palette which this music needs.

Aquatint can create a subtle tonal effect that rivals watercolours.

Appearing in a simple purple and white colourway, the side panels feature patent leather faux-croc skin for a nice tonal effect.

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