modulation
Pronunciation: [ˌmɒdʒʊˈleɪʃən]
Context: “music”
(noun) a change in the tone or key of a piece of music. It's like when you change the way you sing a song, making it sound different and more interesting.
Example
The composer used modulation to add excitement to the music in the middle of the song.
Example
The song was flat and boring because there was no modulation at all.
Example
Did you notice the modulation when the music changed keys?
Context: “electronics”
(noun) the process of varying a signal to carry information. Imagine when you listen to your radio, modulation helps to transmit sounds clearly over long distances.
Example
The modulation of the radio signal helps it reach listeners across the country.
Example
Poor modulation caused the radio to sound fuzzy and unclear.
Example
What type of modulation does this radio station use for its broadcasts?
Context: “speech”
(noun) the way you change your voice to express feelings or emphasize something. It’s like when you change how loud or soft you talk to make your story more exciting.
Example
Her modulation made the story much more engaging and fun to listen to.
Example
He spoke in a monotone without any modulation, so nobody was interested.
Example
How does your teacher use modulation to keep the class interested?