tone

language: de

definitions

  1. noun
    A particular quality of sound; a general level of intensity or mood in speech or writing.
    de: Ton; Klangfarbe; Stimmung.
  2. verb
    To give a particular quality or character to something; to color or influence.
    de: Färben; beeinflussen; tonen.

examples

  1. He spoke in a calm tone.

    Er sprach in ruhigem Ton.

  2. The news toned down the story.

    Die Nachricht milderte die Geschichte.