Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to have a tin ear
idiom
/tə ˈhæv ə tɪn ɪr/
Definition
To be unable to perceive musical pitch accurately or to have a poor sense of rhythm.
Examples
- Despite her love for singing, she really has a tin ear and struggles to hit the right notes.
- He often jokes that he has a tin ear, as he can’t tell the difference between a beautiful melody and noise.
Meaning
This phrase often refers to a person who is tone-deaf or lacks the ability to appreciate or understand music properly.
Synonyms
- tone-deaf
- musically challenged
