Meaning of the word monotone in English

What does monotone mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

monotone

US /ˈmɑː.nə.toʊn/
UK /ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/

Noun

a continuing sound, especially of a person's voice, that is unchanging in pitch and without intonation

Example:
He delivered his speech in a dull monotone.
The teacher's voice was a soothing monotone.

Adjective

sound or utterance that is unchanging in pitch and without intonation

Example:
The speaker's voice was so monotone that I almost fell asleep.
The chant was a continuous, almost monotone hum.