What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
melody
Example
The melody of the song was so beautiful that it brought tears to my eyes. [melody: noun]
Example
She hummed the melody while he played the chords on the guitar. [melody: noun]
tune
Example
I can't get that tune out of my head! [tune: noun]
Example
He tuned his guitar before playing the song. [tuned: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tune is more commonly used than melody in everyday language, especially in popular music. Melody is more commonly used in classical music and formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between melody and tune?
Melody is typically associated with a more formal and serious tone, while tune is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
