n.语调，(演奏或唱歌中的)音准

原形：intonation复数：intonations

The intonation of his voice indicated that he was surprised.
他声音的语调表明他很惊讶。
In English, rising intonation at the end of a sentence often signals a question.
在英语中，句子末尾的语调上升通常表示疑问。
The teacher emphasized the importance of proper intonation in public speaking.
老师强调了在公开演讲中正确使用语调的重要性。
Her singing was beautiful, but her intonation sometimes went off-key.
她的歌声很美，但有时音准（语调）会跑偏。
The use of intonation can completely change the meaning of a sentence.
语调的使用可以完全改变一个句子的意思。
He spoke with a flat intonation, which made it hard to tell if he was interested or not.
他用平淡的语调说话，让人难以判断他是否感兴趣。
The music teacher taught us how to improve our intonation when playing the violin.
音乐老师教我们如何在拉小提琴时改善音准（语调）。
Her sarcastic remark was delivered with such perfect intonation that everyone knew she wasn't serious.
她那讽刺的言论用极其完美的语调说出，以至于人人都知道她不是认真的。
Public speakers need to practice their intonation to keep the audience engaged.
公众演讲者需要练习他们的语调以保持听众的兴趣。
The child's excitement was evident from the high-pitched intonation in her voice.
从孩子声音中的高音语调可以明显感觉到她的兴奋。