noun🔗ShareObertöne, TeiltöneA tone whose frequency is an integer multiple of another; a member of the harmonic series."The cello's low note had several overtones, creating a rich, complex sound. "Der tiefe Ton des Cellos hatte mehrere Obertöne, wodurch ein satter, komplexer Klang entstand.soundmusicphysicsfrequencyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareNebentöne, Implikationen(often in plural) An implicit message (in a film, book, verbal discussion or similar) perceived as overwhelming the explicit message."The teacher's seemingly simple request for feedback had overtones of criticism, making the students hesitant to speak openly. "Die scheinbar einfache Bitte des Lehrers um Feedback hatte Nebentöne von Kritik, was die Schüler zögerlich machte, offen zu sprechen.communicationmedialanguageliteraturestorystylewritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Shareeinen Obertong hinzufügenTo give an overtone to."The teacher's voice overtone a sense of excitement about the upcoming field trip. "Die Stimme des Lehrers fügte der bevorstehenden Exkursion einen Hauch von Aufregung hinzu.soundmusicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
