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Noun pitch contour has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebPitch ContourDescription:Pitch contour refers to the pattern of pitch changes in speech or music, indicating the rise and fall of the pitch over time. It is a crucial element in conveying meaning, emotions, and intonation. Senses:Sense 1:Noun - Linguistics: In linguistics, pitch contour refers to the melodic pattern and tone of a spoken utterance, which helps distinguish meaning between words or sentences. Example sentence: The pitch contour of her sentence indicated she was asking a question, not making a statement. Sense 2:Noun - Music: In music, pitch contour describes the shape of a melody or a musical phrase, showing the variation in pitch height. Example sentence: The pitch contour of the song gradually reached its climax during the chorus. Usages:Usage 1:Noun: Linguists study the pitch contour to analyze tonal languages and intonations in different dialects. Example sentence: The linguist analyzed the native speaker's pitch contour to better understand the language's tonal intricacies. Usage 2:Verb: The singer beautifully pitches her voice and contours each note to create a captivating performance. Example sentence: The vocal coach instructed the student to practice pitching and contouring her voice to enhance her singing abilities. | ||||||
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