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Raresubtonic
The correct spelling is subtonic.
How to pronounce subtonic
noun
Say it like: Sub-ton-ic
The correct spelling is subtonic. The note immediately below the upper note of a musical scale.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.The note immediately below the upper note of a musical scale.
- 2.An imperfectly articulated sound or utterance, as characterized by Dr. James Rush (Guide to Pronunciation, 1833).
adjective
- 1.Of or pertaining to imperfectly articulated sounds or utterances that are inaudible or barely audible, as characterized by Dr. James Rush (Guide to Pronunciation, 1833).
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