Cords: meaning, definitions and examples

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cords

[ kɔːrdz ]

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musical instrument

Cords are groups of musical notes that are played together to create harmony. They are essential in creating beautiful melodies in music.

Synonyms

accompaniment, harmony, melody

Examples of usage

The pianist played the chords on the piano.
The guitarist strummed the chords on his guitar.

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ropes or strings

Cords are thick ropes or strings made of fibers such as nylon or cotton, used for various purposes like tying, pulling, or securing objects.

Synonyms

cables, ropes, strings

Examples of usage

He used the cords to tie the packages together.
The curtains were held back by decorative cords.

Translations

Translations of the word "cords" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cordas

🇮🇳 डोरियाँ

🇩🇪 Schnüre

🇮🇩 tali

🇺🇦 шнури

🇵🇱 sznury

🇯🇵 コード

🇫🇷 cordes

🇪🇸 cuerdas

🇹🇷 ipler

🇰🇷 끈

🇸🇦 حبال

🇨🇿 šňůry

🇸🇰 šnúry

🇨🇳 绳子

🇸🇮 vrvi

🇮🇸 strengir

🇰🇿 арқандар

🇬🇪 თოკები

🇦🇿 ipler

🇲🇽 cuerdas

Word origin

The word 'cords' originated from Middle English 'cord', from Old French 'corde', and from Latin 'chorda', which means 'string of a musical instrument'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass various meanings related to both music and ropes/strings.

See also: concord, cord, cordial, cordless.