tom
tone (of voice)
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/tõ/
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Cultural Note
In Portuguese culture, tone of voice carries enormous weight. The expression 'não é o que dizes, é o tom' (it's not what you say, it's the tone) is frequently invoked in relationship conflicts. Portuguese and Brazilian speakers both pay close attention to vocal inflection as a marker of emotion and respect.
📝 Example Sentences
Não gosto do tom que usas comigo.
I don't like the tone you use with me.
Falou num tom carinhoso.
She spoke in an affectionate tone.
O tom da conversa mudou de repente.
The tone of the conversation changed suddenly.