Ton Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ton" is used as noun with the meaning of "ton", "tone" or "note".

Essential properties of "Ton"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Ton
  • Plural: die Töne

Meanings of "Ton" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Unit of weight, 1000 kilograms"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der LKW kann bis zu 20 Ton Ladung transportieren.The truck can transport up to 20 tons of cargo.
  2. Die Brücke hat eine Tragfähigkeit von 100 Ton.The bridge has a load capacity of 100 tons.
  3. Für den Bau werden etwa 50 Ton Stahl benötigt.About 50 tons of steel are needed for the construction.

2.) "Musical sound or voice tone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Sänger traf jeden Ton perfekt.The singer hit every note perfectly.
  2. Sie sprach in einem freundlichen Ton.She spoke in a friendly tone.
  3. Der Ton der Geige war wunderschön.The sound of the violin was beautiful.

3.) "Clay material for pottery and construction"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Töpfer formte eine Vase aus Ton.The potter shaped a vase from clay.
  2. Die Wände des alten Hauses waren aus Ton und Stroh gebaut.The walls of the old house were built from clay and straw.
  3. Kinder lieben es, mit Ton zu spielen und zu formen.Children love to play and shape with clay.
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