Tones Flashcards
Four 'active' tones, and one passive or 'neutral' tone.
1
Q
First Tone
A
High flat.
2
Q
Second Tone
A
Rising Tone. Starts medium in tone, then rises to the top.
3
Q
Third Tone
A
Starts low, dips to the bottom, then rises toward the top.
When two third tones come together, the first is pronounced as a second, but still written as a third.
4
Q
Fourth Tone
A
Starts at the top, then falls sharp and strong to the bottom.
5
Q
Fifth Tone
A
Neutral. Flat, with no emphasis.
