What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pitch
Example
Her singing voice has a high pitch. [pitch: noun]
Example
He pitched the ball too high. [pitched: verb]
Example
She spoke in a low pitch to convey seriousness. [pitch: noun]
timbre
Example
The timbre of his voice was deep and resonant. [timbre: noun]
Example
The timbre of the violin is warm and rich. [timbre: noun]
Example
The timbre of the forest at night is eerie and haunting. [timbre: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pitch is more commonly used than timbre in everyday language, especially in music and speech contexts. Timbre is more technical and is often used in music theory or audio engineering.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between pitch and timbre?
Timbre is more formal and technical than pitch, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
