말을 할 때 목소리의 높낮이가 변하는 방식
The rise and fall of the voice in speaking, used to convey meaning or emotion.
예문:
"The rising intonation at the end of the sentence indicated that it was a question."
"Even without knowing the language, you can sense his anger through his sharp intonation."
노래를 부르거나 악기를 연주할 때 음의 정확도
The accuracy of pitch in singing or playing a musical instrument.
예문:
"The violinist struggled with intonation during the faster passages of the concerto."
"Good choral intonation requires all singers to listen closely to one another."
성가나 전례문을 노래하듯 낭송하는 것 또는 그 시작 부분
The opening phrase of a plainsong melody or the act of reciting in a singing voice.
예문:
"The priest began the service with a solemn intonation of the ancient liturgy."
"The choir waited for the cantor's intonation before joining in the hymn."