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tom simples

[tõ ˈsĩ.plɨʃ]
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.
Synonyms
tom diretotom naturaltom descomplicadotom claro
Antonyms
tom sofisticadotom complexotom afetadotom pomposo

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tom simples
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
tom simples
Also used, but may prefer 'tom direto' or 'tom natural'

Related Idioms & Phrases

falar em tom simples
comunicar-se em tom simples
tom de voz simples
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