overtone

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英文释义

n. (usually plural) an ulterior implicit meaning or quality
n. a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency

中文翻译

n. 泛音, 暗示, 弦外之音, 折光的色彩
[医] 陪音, 泛音

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记忆技巧

overtoneover-(超出、过多)和 tone(音调、声调)组成,表示超出主要音调的附加音。

例句

1. The singer's voice had a rich overtone that made the song more beautiful.

这位歌手的声音有丰富的泛音,使歌曲更加动听。

2. The discussion had an overtone of tension that everyone could feel.

这次讨论带有一种紧张的气氛,大家都能感受到。

3. The painting has an overtone of sadness that resonates with many viewers.

这幅画有一种悲伤的色调,许多观众都能产生共鸣。

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