signature tune

noun
UK: /ˈsɪɡnətʃə tjuːn/
US: /ˈsɪɡnətʃər tuːn/

  1. A short piece of music that is used to introduce a television or radio show.

    1. The show started with its signature tune.
    2. Everyone recognized the signature tune immediately as the program began.

  2. A song or melody that is strongly associated with a particular performer or event and is often used to represent them.

    1. This song became the band's signature tune.
    2. That catchy melody is their signature tune whenever they perform live.

Synonyms

theme song

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "signature tune" in English means: A short piece of music that is used to introduce a television or radio show., A song or melody that is strongly associated with a particular performer or event and is often used to represent them..

The phonetic transcription of "signature tune" is /ˈsɪɡnətʃə tjuːn/ in British English and /ˈsɪɡnətʃər tuːn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "signature tune": theme song.

Example usage of "signature tune": "The show started with its signature tune.". More examples on the page.