Monòton
Example: La cançó té un ritme monòton que em cansa.
Definition
"Monòton" describes a music rhythm or sound that is repetitive, unvaried, and dull, often causing boredom or fatigue. For example, a song with a "monòton" rhythm lacks variation in pitch or tempo, making it tiresome to listen to over time.
Etymology
The word "monòton" comes from the Greek roots 'monos' meaning single or alone, and 'tonos' meaning tone or sound. It entered Catalan through Latin influence, preserving its sense of a single, unchanging sound. Did you know? The idea of monotony originally referred to a single musical note held continuously.
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