tono
tone (of voice)
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈtono/
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Cultural Note
Tono is critical in Spanish communication because so much meaning is conveyed through tone of voice. The phrase 'No me hables en ese tono' is a classic relationship boundary. Spanish speakers from different regions have distinctly different tones — Caribbean Spanish sounds more melodic, while Castilian can sound more direct to outsiders.
📝 Example Sentences
No me hables en ese tono.
Don't speak to me in that tone.
El tono de su voz me preocupó.
The tone of her voice worried me.
Usa un tono más cariñoso, por favor.
Use a more affectionate tone, please.