modulation
US /ˌmɑː.dʒəˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌmɒdʒ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
名詞
1.
調變
the process of varying one or more properties of a periodic waveform, called the carrier wave, with a modulating signal that typically contains information to be transmitted
範例:
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Radio signals use frequency modulation to transmit sound.
無線電訊號使用頻率調變來傳輸聲音。
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Amplitude modulation is a common technique in telecommunications.
幅度調變是電信中常用的一種技術。
2.
轉調
a change from one key to another in a piece of music
範例:
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The sudden modulation in the symphony surprised the audience.
交響樂中突然的轉調讓觀眾感到驚訝。
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Composers often use modulation to add emotional depth to their pieces.
作曲家經常使用轉調來增加作品的情感深度。
3.
調節, 調整, 變化
the act or process of changing or adjusting something
範例:
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The modulation of light intensity can affect plant growth.
光照強度的調節會影響植物生長。
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Voice modulation is important for effective public speaking.
聲音的調節對於有效的公眾演講很重要。