This is the 2371st most frequent Dutch word.
toon
"Toon" in Dutch means "tone" or "note" (in music or expression).
Here, 'toon' is used to refer to the 'tone' or quality of sound, specifically in the context of a voice or music.
De artiest heeft een prachtige toon in zijn stem.
The artist has a beautiful tone in his voice.
In this sentence, 'toon' signifies the manner or attitude of someone speaking, referring to the demeanor expressed through their speech.
Kun je je toon aanpassen tijdens dit gesprek?
Can you adjust your tone during this conversation?
This usage of 'toon' pertains to the musical pitch or note generated by an instrument.