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tuning

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈtunɪŋ/ · UK /ˈtjuːnɪŋ/

tuning means: Adjusting a musical instrument so that it produces notes at the correct pitch.

noun

MUSICAL PITCHB2

Adjusting a musical instrument so that it produces notes at the correct pitch.

  • The piano needs tuning.
  • She checked the guitar's tuning before the concert.
  • Regular tuning helps the instrument sound its best.

Common phrases: piano tuning, guitar tuning, tuning fork

PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTC1

Adjusting a machine or system so that it works as well as possible.

  • The engine needs careful tuning.
  • Database tuning made the website faster.
  • Small changes to the circuit's tuning improved reception.

Similar words: adjustment, optimization

Common phrases: engine tuning, performance tuning, tuning a circuit

Questions about tuning

What does tuning mean?

Adjusting a musical instrument so that it produces notes at the correct pitch.

What is tuning in other languages?

Türkçe: akort · Español: afinación · Français: accordage · Deutsch: Stimmen · Italiano: accordatura · 日本語: 調律

How do you pronounce tuning?

In American English /ˈtunɪŋ/; in British English /ˈtjuːnɪŋ/.

How do you use tuning in a sentence?

The piano needs tuning. She checked the guitar's tuning before the concert.

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