timbre
The quality of a sound independent of its pitch and volumeThe quality of a sound independent of its pitch and volume.
» Uncut timbre is a tree full standing.
Meaning
3 senses(countable, uncountable)The quality of a sound independent of its pitch and volume.
Klangfarbe, Timbre
тембрtɛmbr
тембрtembr
(countable, uncountable)The pitch of a sound as heard by the ear, described relative to its absolute pitch.
When someone speaks after inhaling helium, his voice has a higher timbre. With sulfur hexafluoride, the result is a lower timbre.
(countable, uncommon, uncountable)The crest on a (helmet atop a) coat of arms.
- (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound)
Examples
3 sentencesUncut timbre is a tree full standing.
Two instruments playing the same note sound different because of the timbre of the notes.
The Otamatone's distinctive timbre—and even more distinctive appearance—caused it to become the internet's favorite instrument.
Translations
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Origin
From French timbre, ultimately from Ancient Greek τύμπανον (túmpanon, “drum”). Doublet ofFrom French timbre, ultimately from Ancient Greek τύμπανον (túmpanon, “drum”). Doublet of tympanum, timpani, timbal, and tymbal.
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Forms
plural: timbresSynonyms
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1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable