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timbre

[tam-ber, tim-, tan-bruh] / ˈtæm bər, ˈtɪm-, ˈtɛ̃ brə /


NOUN
sound
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Led by the subject matter, he started singing more, his dewy-eyed timbre adding emotional depth to the fragmented, impressionistic soundscapes.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

For those in the cabin, the V12 retains the same gorgeous timbre and temper—maybe a little bit angrier.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

What’s clear is that Alejandro has the ache in his voice that’s reminiscent of forlorn romantics like Pepe Aguilar and the timbre of Miguel.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2024

But Jones’ timbre perhaps gave voice to something universal, a sound to nobility and resplendence.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024

The enraged timbre in Papa’s voice made my fingers cold at the tips.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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