Modulation/modulaˈt͡si̯oːn/modulation (music); modulation (voice); variation
Modulation is a German noun that means modulation (music), modulation (voice), or variation. It is pronounced /modulaˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Modulationen".
Definitions
1.change from one key to another in a piece of music(music)
a.transition to a different key within a composition
Die Modulation von C-Dur nach G-Dur verleiht dem Stück Spannung.—The modulation from C major to G major adds tension to the piece.
2.intentional alteration of tone, pitch, or volume in speech or sound(voice/communication)
a.variation in the pitch or tone of a voice
Die Modulation ihrer Stimme machte die Präsentation lebendiger.—The modulation of her voice made the presentation livelier.
3.technical process of varying a signal to transmit information(technology/communications)
a.modifying a carrier signal for radio, TV, etc.
Die Modulation spielt eine wichtige Rolle bei der Übertragung von Radiosignalen.—Modulation plays an important role in the transmission of radio signals.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Modulation | die Modulationen |
| Genitive | der Modulation | der Modulationen |
| Dative | der Modulation | den Modulationen |
| Accusative | die Modulation | die Modulationen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Modulation" mean in English?
- "Modulation" means modulation (music), modulation (voice), or variation. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Modulation"?
- "Modulation" is pronounced /modulaˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Modulation" der, die, or das?
- "Modulation" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Modulation"?
- The plural of "Modulation" is "Modulationen".
- What part of speech is "Modulation"?
- "Modulation" is a noun in German.
