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overtone
German → American English
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overtone
Oberer harmonischer Teiltön in der Musik- und Akustiklehre; auch: Obertone.
Der Sänger erzeugt mit seiner Stimme viele Obertöne.Obertone is a technical music-acoustics term. In everyday German, people more often say Oberton; use the singular with care because the plural Obertöne is common.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “overtone” mean in German?
“Obertone” means an upper partial or overtone, especially in music and acoustics.
Is “overtone” the same as “Oberton”?
Yes, “Oberton” is the more common German form; “Obertone” is a less usual variant.
How do you use “Obertone” in a sentence?
For example: „Der Klang enthält viele Obertöne.“