English–Spanish

“intonation” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/inflekˈsjon/

Example

La inflexión de su voz se nota cuando pregunta.

The intonation of their voice is noticeable when they ask.

Illustration for inflexión (intonation)

How to say “intonation” in Spanish

“Intonation” in Spanish is inflexión.

A bend in the voice where pitch shifts to show doubt, emphasis, or contrast.

Full entry for inflexión: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with inflexión

Para sonar más natural, intenta cambiar la inflexión al final de la frase.

To sound more natural, try to change the intonation at the end of the sentence.

Tips for using inflexión

  • The acute accent in inflexión marks stress on the final syllable, a placement English speakers often misjudge.

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