Definition

A sound that a phone makes to let you know someone is calling.

Example

I changed my ringtone to a catchy song.

Conversation

Have you heard my new ringtone?

No, I haven't! What is it?

It's a catchy tune that always makes me smile when my phone rings.

That sounds fun! I need to change my ringtone too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ringtone is formed from "ring" (from Old English "hring", meaning a circular band or sound) and "tone" (from Latin "tonus", meaning sound or tone). The word "ringtone" refers to a sound that rings, typically used for notifications on phones.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'ring' as a circular sound and 'tone' as a type of sound — together, they create a 'ringtone' that alerts you.

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