Composing: meaning, definitions and examples

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composing

 

[ kษ™mหˆpษ™สŠzษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

music

To write or create music.

Synonyms

create, produce, write.

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Word Description / Examples
composing

Typically refers to the creation of something artistic, particularly music or poetry. Used when discussing the act of putting together various artistic elements in a coherent and refined form.

  • She spent the afternoon composing a new symphony
  • He is known for composing beautiful sonnets
write

Commonly used when referring to the act of putting thoughts, ideas, stories, or information into a written form. This can be formal or informal and is not limited to literary works.

  • She decided to write a letter to her grandmother
  • He writes for a popular technology blog
create

A general term that can be used in a wide variety of situations where something new is being made, from art and writing to technology and projects. Often used to emphasize the action of making something exist that didn't before.

  • Let's create a plan for the new project
  • She likes to create digital illustrations in her free time
produce

Often used in the context of making something on a larger scale or something that will be shared with an audience, such as a film, play, or even crops and goods. It can imply an organized and professional effort.

  • The studio will produce the new sci-fi movie
  • Farmers produce thousands of tons of wheat each year

Examples of usage

  • He spent hours composing a new song for the band.
  • She is currently composing a symphony for the orchestra.
Context #2 | Verb

writing

To create or write something by putting parts or elements together.

Synonyms

craft, create, form.

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Word Description / Examples
composing

Use this word when referring to the act of creating music, poetry, or formal writing. It's often associated with artistic activities.

  • She is composing a new symphony in her studio.
  • He spent the afternoon composing a heartfelt poem for his friend.
create

A general term suitable for any form of making or bringing something new into existence. It is widely applicable across various fields.

  • Artists create beautiful paintings that inspire others.
  • He loves to create new dishes in the kitchen.
craft

This word is best used when referring to skilled manual work or creating something with a high level of expertise. It's often associated with artisans.

  • They spent years honing their craft as blacksmiths.
  • She enjoys crafting handmade jewelry in her spare time.
form

This term is often used when discussing the process of shaping or arranging something into a particular state or condition.

  • The potter forms the clay into beautiful vases.
  • Scientists are working to form a new theory based on their research.

Examples of usage

  • She is composing a letter to her friend.
  • The author is composing a new novel.

Translations

Translations of the word "composing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น compondo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคšเคจเคพ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช komponierend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengarang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะผะฟะพะฝัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ komponowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฝœๆ›ฒใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท composer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ componiendo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท beste yapmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž‘๊ณก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฃู„ูŠู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sklรกdรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skladanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝœๆ›ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ skladanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tรณnsmรญรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑั€ะฐัั‚ั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ›แƒžแƒแƒ–แƒ˜แƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™stษ™lษ™mษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ componiendo

Etymology

The word 'composing' originated from the Latin word 'componere', meaning 'to put together'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the act of creating or writing music, as well as other forms of creative work. Composing has been a fundamental aspect of human expression and creativity throughout history, with composers ranging from classical maestros to modern songwriters.

See also: compose, composed, composer, composers, composite, composition, compositions, composure, decompose, decomposing, decomposition.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,634 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.