Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tonguing
noun
/ˈtʌŋ.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of using the tongue to articulate or manipulate sound, especially in music or speech.
Examples
- The musician practiced tonguing to improve the clarity of her notes.
- Correct tongue placement is important for effective tonguing in language.
Meaning
In speech, it refers to the way the tongue is used to produce different sounds. In music, particularly with wind instruments, it describes the technique of starting a note by using the tongue to interrupt the airflow.
Synonyms
- Articulation
- Enunciation
- Pronunciation
