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Attuning: meaning, definitions and examples

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attuning

 

[ əˈtjuːnɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

musical adjustment

Attuning refers to the process of adjusting or harmonizing something, such as musical instruments, to a standard pitch or frequency. This term can also be applied to aligning oneself with another person's feelings or thinking, creating a sense of connection or understanding. It is often used in contexts where careful listening and adjustment are needed, making it an important concept in both music and interpersonal relationships.

Synonyms

adjusting, aligning, harmonizing

Examples of usage

  • The musician spent hours attuning her piano before the concert.
  • He found it difficult to attune his emotions to hers during the discussion.
  • Attuning the guitar is the first step before any performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "attuning" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sintonização

🇮🇳 सामंजस्य

🇩🇪 Stimmung

🇮🇩 penyesuaian

🇺🇦 налаштування

🇵🇱 dostosowanie

🇯🇵 調整

🇫🇷 accord

🇪🇸 sintonización

🇹🇷 uyum sağlama

🇰🇷 조정

🇸🇦 توافق

🇨🇿 ladění

🇸🇰 ladění

🇨🇳 调谐

🇸🇮 usklajevanje

🇮🇸 samræming

🇰🇿 үйлестіру

🇬🇪 შეთანხმება

🇦🇿 uyğunlaşdırma

🇲🇽 sintonización

Word origin

The word 'attune' originates from the Middle English 'atoune,' which means to bring into harmony. This, in turn, derives from the Old French word 'atone,' meaning to tune or render in harmony. The root can be traced further back to the Latin 'ad' indicating 'to' or 'towards,' and 'tonus,' meaning 'tone' or 'sound.' The evolution of the term reflects its application across various domains, especially in music, where precise tuning is essential. In broader use, it has come to embody the notion of aligning thoughts or emotions, expanding its relevance to interpersonal relationships and mental well-being. This dual significance makes 'attuning' a versatile term that bridges the gap between technical adjustment and personal connection.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,672, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.