Monotone

usgb/ˈmɑːnətəʊn/
noun

A continuous, unchanging sound, especially in someone's voice.

She read the text in a monotone voice, which made it difficult to pay attention.
Visual representation of "monotone" - A continuous, unchanging sound, especially in someone's voice.

Often appears as...

  • speak in a monotone
  • monotone voice
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Lack of Emotion

Monotone voices are often perceived as lacking emotion or enthusiasm.

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He answered the phone with a monotone 'hello', sounding disinterested.
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Boredom Effect

Using a monotone voice might unintentionally cause listeners to feel bored.

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The lecturer's monotone speech made the students yawn.
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Robotic Tone

A monotone voice can sound robotic, lacking the usual ups and downs of speech.

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Her monotone recital made her sound like a robot.
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