Highpitched
Highpitched, often written as high-pitched, is an adjective used to describe sounds or tones with relatively high frequency. In common usage, a high-pitched sound lies in the upper portion of the audible spectrum, typically above about 2,000 Hz, though the precise boundary varies with listener age and auditory health. The term can also describe voices, instruments, or electronic signals that emphasize high-frequency components.
In acoustics, pitch corresponds to frequency: higher frequencies produce sounds perceived as higher pitch. Human hearing
In music and speech, high-pitched elements include the upper registers of instruments (e.g., violin and flute)
Outside human perception, many animals rely on ultrasonic or high-frequency vocalizations for navigation, mating, or echolocation.
Etymology: from the combination of 'high' and 'pitched', where 'pitch' refers to perceived frequency. See also