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Tonskala
German → American English
American English
Tonal scale
Eine Reihe von Tönen in festgelegter musikalischer Ordnung; eine Tonleiter im tonalen System.
Die Tonskala eines Liedes beeinflusst Melodie und Harmonie.In music theory, Tonskala is less common than Tonleiter; use Tonleiter for the standard term “scale” in everyday or educational contexts.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Tonskala“ mean in English?
It means “tonal scale” or, more commonly in music theory, “scale.”
Is „Tonskala“ the same as „Tonleiter“?
They are very close, but „Tonleiter“ is the more common German word for a musical scale.
How do you use „Tonskala“ in a sentence?
For example: „Die Tonskala bestimmt die harmonische Struktur des Stücks.“ = “The tonal scale determines the harmonic structure of the piece.”