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tunes

Pronunciation: [tuːnz]

Word

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

Context: “music”

(noun) a tune is a melody or a piece of music that is nice to listen to. It's like a song that you can hum or sing along with.

Example

She has a beautiful tune that she often sings while she works.

Example

That song doesn't have a catchy tune, so it's hard to remember.

Example

What is your favorite tune to sing?

Context: “music”

(verb) to tune means to adjust a musical instrument so it sounds right. Musicians do this so their instruments sound good when they play.

Example

He tunes his guitar before every practice session.

Example

She didn't tune her piano correctly, so it sounded off-key.

Example

Can you help me tune my violin?

Context: “attention”

(verb) to tune in means to pay attention to something, like when you listen closely to a radio program or a conversation.

Example

I tune in to my favorite radio show every morning.

Example

He often tunes out during boring speeches.

Example

Did you tune in to the news last night?

How to pronounce tunes

Pronunciation: [tuːnz]

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