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Stufenton
German → American English
American English
step tone
Sprungartig veränderter Tonverlauf in der Sprachmelodie; ein Ton, der nicht gleitend, sondern in Stufen verläuft.
In der Analyse der Intonation beschreibt man den Stufenton als abrupte Änderung der Tonhöhe.This is a technical linguistic term. Use it in descriptions of intonation or phonetics, not in everyday conversation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Stufenton" mean in English?
It means "step tone" or a stepped, non-smooth change in pitch.
Is "Stufenton" a common German word?
No, it is a specialized term used mainly in linguistics and phonetics.
How do you use "Stufenton" in a sentence?
You can say: "Der Sprecher verwendet einen Stufenton." — "The speaker uses a step tone."