Languages With Tonal Systems

noun a quality of a musical sound or voice produced by a steady even emission of a continuous range of sound waves or frequencies

adjective relating to or having tones or a tone; characterized by or capable of producing a tone or tones

• The composer used tonal variations to create a sense of harmony in the symphony.
• I love how the tonal quality of this guitar sounds.
• That song has such a cool tonal vibe to it.
• Her speech had a tonal quality that resonated with the audience.