tone

language: fr

definitions

  1. noun
    A particular quality of sound; a general level of intensity or mood in speech or writing.
    fr: ton; nuance; tonalité.
  2. verb
    To give a particular quality or character to something; to color or influence.
    fr: teinter; influencer; donner du ton.

examples

  1. He spoke in a calm tone.

    Il parle d'un ton calme.

  2. The news toned down the story.

    L'information a adouci l'histoire.