The accuracy of pitches in singing is called what?

• A. Timbre
• B. Range
• C. Passagio
• D. Intonation

Answer: (D)

Intonation is about how accurately pitches are sung. When you sing in tune, you're matching the intended pitch and staying in harmony with accompanying notes or instruments. Good intonation comes from listening closely, adjusting your pitch in real time with breath support and vocal placement so notes aren’t flat or sharp. Timbre describes the tone color of your voice, not whether you hit the right pitch. Range is how high and low you can sing, not how accurately you sing each note. Passagio refers to the smooth transition between vocal registers, which can affect pitch stability but isn’t itself the measure of pitch accuracy. So the term that best captures hitting the correct pitches is intonation.