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tuned

Pronunciation: [tjuːnd]

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Learn how to use tuned in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “music”

(verb) to adjust a musical instrument so that it makes the right sounds when you play it. When a piano or guitar is tuned, it plays the correct notes.

Example

She tuned her guitar before the big concert.

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He didn't tune his violin, so it sounded horrible during the recital.

Example

Have you tuned your flute for the performance?

Context: “preparation”

(verb) to adjust or prepare something for a specific purpose, like a machine or a system. This means making sure everything works well and is set up right.

Example

The team tuned the robot to work faster and more accurately.

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The car engine was not tuned properly, so it kept breaking down.

Example

Is the computer tuned for better performance?

Context: “emotion”

(adjective) being in a good state of awareness or understanding about something. This means being thoughtful and aware of how people feel or of what's going on.

Example

She is very tuned into her friends' feelings and knows when they are upset.

Example

He was not tuned in to the situation and missed important details.

Example

Are you tuned into what your team needs right now?

How to pronounce tuned

Pronunciation: [tjuːnd]

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