intonieren
Translation
to intone, to tune
Examples
Der Chor intoniert das Lied perfekt.
The choir intones the song perfectly.
Der Redner intonierte seine Stimme feierlich.
The speaker intoned his voice solemnly.
Grammar Patterns
to intone ((sth.)) The priest intones a prayer.
Similar Words
singen (to sing), anstimmen (to strike up a tune)
Etymology
From Latin 'intonare' (to resound). Composed of 'in-' (in, into) and 'tonus' (tone).
Memory Tips
Think of putting the right 'tone' 'in' your voice or music. It's very similar to the English 'to intone'.