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Grundton
German → American English
American English
fundamental tone
Der tiefste und grundlegende Ton eines Klanges; die Frequenz, aus der sich ein Klang ableitet.
Der Grundton des Akkords ist ein tiefes C.Grundton is a technical term in music and acoustics. Use it for the lowest, defining pitch of a sound, not for a general "tone" or mood.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Grundton" mean in English?
"Grundton" means "fundamental tone" in English.
Is "Grundton" the same as "Grundfrequenz"?
They are closely related: "Grundton" refers to the fundamental tone, while "Grundfrequenz" refers to the fundamental frequency.
How do you use "Grundton" in a sentence?
For example: "Der Grundton des Instruments ist sehr tief."