What does tonality mean?
Tonality means (music) The system of seven tones built on a tonic key; the 24 major and minor scales..
Tonality
/təʊnˈæl.ɪ.tiː/ · noun
Meaning
(music) The system of seven tones built on a tonic key; the 24 major and minor scales..
Definitions by Sense
- (music) The system of seven tones built on a tonic key; the 24 major and minor scales.
- (music) A sound of specific pitch and quality; timbre.
- (music) The quality of all the tones in a composition heard in relation to the tonic.
- The interrelation of the tones in a painting.
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Synonyms for tonality
Antonyms for tonality
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Word Forms
- tonalities
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tonality?
Common synonyms include key.
What is the opposite of tonality?
Possible antonyms include atonality, atonalism.
How do you use tonality in a sentence?
Use tonality where its definition matches the intended context.
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