tone

A low-pitched sound, similar to 'deep tone'.

A low-pitched sound, often from a voice or musical instrument.

A soft and calm voice.

A very quiet voice, often used to show seriousness or secrecy.

The sound you hear when you pick up a landline telephone, indicating it's ready to make a call.

The sound you hear when you pick up a landline telephone, indicating it's ready to make a call.

The sound indicating that the telephone line you are calling is already in use. Known as a 'busy signal' in AmE.

A sweet and soothing sound, often used ironically.

A very sweet or pleasant-sounding voice, often used ironically.

The quality of a person's voice that expresses their feelings or thoughts.

To establish the general character or mood of an event or situation.

To start speaking in a particular manner or with a specific attitude.

To create a particular feeling or atmosphere through one's manner of speaking or writing.

To speak to someone in a particular, often disrespectful, way.

The manner of speaking shifts or alters.

The tone of voice communicates a particular feeling or meaning.