How to Pronounce Polytonality

To pronounce "polytonality", say POLYT-on-al-ity — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

POLYT-on-al-ity

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"polytonality" has 4 syllables: polyt-on-al-ity.

What does polytonality mean?

noun

  1. The use of multiple keys in the same composition, especially by multiple instruments at the same time

Synonyms

polyharmony

Related words

polytonalismpolymodalitypolyphonismpolyphonypolyrhythmmultiphonicstriplophoniapolychord

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How many syllables are in "polytonality"?▾

"Polytonality" has 4 syllables: polyt · on · al · ity.

What does "polytonality" mean?▾

Polytonality: The use of multiple keys in the same composition, especially by multiple instruments at the same time

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