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低音

ていおん

N2low pitch · bass

Examples

大きな太鼓の低音が会場に響いた。

彼は低音の声で物語をゆっくり読んだ。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: The sound noun 低音 (ていおん) denotes a low pitch or bass range.
  • Basic usage: A drum's 低音が響く, while 低音の声 describes a low-pitched voice.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Low pitch and bass voice
    • It concerns low pitch, not low loudness or volume.

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