tone

language: zh

definitions

  1. noun
    A particular quality of sound; a general level of intensity or mood in speech or writing.
    zh: 声音的音调；语气或语调。
  2. verb
    To give a particular quality or character to something; to color or influence.
    zh: 使带有某种特征；影响。

examples

  1. He spoke in a calm tone.

    他语气平静。

  2. The news toned down the story.

    新闻淡化了故事。