nounmasculinepl: tons simples
simple tone
1. A straightforward, unpretentious manner of speaking or expressing oneself
He spoke in a simple tone that everyone could understand.
Ele falou em tom simples que todos podiam entender.
2. In music, a pure or fundamental frequency without harmonics or overtones
The tuning fork produces a simple tone.
O diapasão produz um tom simples.
3. A basic, unadorned way of communication without affectation or complexity
She preferred to communicate in a simple tone.
Ela preferia se comunicar em tom simples.
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