subtonic
IPA: sˈʌbtˈɑnɪk
noun
- (music) The note immediately below the upper note of a musical scale.
- (phonetics, dated) An imperfectly articulated sound or utterance, as characterized by Dr. James Rush (Guide to Pronunciation, 1833).
adjective
- (phonetics, dated) Of or pertaining to imperfectly articulated sounds or utterances that are inaudible or barely audible, as characterized by Dr. James Rush (Guide to Pronunciation, 1833).
Advertisement
Examples of "subtonic" in Sentences
No Sentences Found for subtonic
Advertisement
Advertisement