intonation
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These differences reflect the influence of indigenous languages - Nigeria has more than 500 languages which shape its cadence and intonation, while Kenya's Bantu, Nilotic and Cushitic mix give rise to its own accents.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
I found it easier to pronounce than I anticipated, but having the right intonation was where I relied on Hikari to correct me.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025
But in the second version, the added focus, through intonation, implies that "toy" contrasts with the previously discussed "blicket."
From Science Daily • Nov. 21, 2024
But Palumbo, one of opera’s most mild-mannered yet most unrelenting perfectionists, was still making sure that the singers’ intonation was flawless, still fine-tuning the placement of the first note in a certain phrase.
From New York Times • May 21, 2024
Major seconds and thirds are larger in Pythagorean intonation than in equal temperament, and minor seconds and thirds are smaller.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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