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unison

 

[ ˈjuːnɪsən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical harmony

Unison refers to the simultaneous performance or playing of the same notes or pitches by two or more voices or instruments. In music, unison is often used to create a fuller sound as all performers produce the same frequencies. It is essential in choral music where harmony can be established through a unison singing. Moreover, unison can be utilized in musical arrangements to emphasize a specific melody or theme.

Synonyms

agreement, concord, harmony

Examples of usage

  • The choir sang in unison during the performance.
  • The band played the chorus in perfect unison.
  • The children recited the poem in unison.
  • In the beginning, the orchestra played the opening notes in unison.

Translations

Translations of the word "unison" in other languages:

🇵🇹 uníssono

🇮🇳 एकता

🇩🇪 Einklang

🇮🇩 keselarasan

🇺🇦 унісон

🇵🇱 unison

🇯🇵 ユニゾン

🇫🇷 unisson

🇪🇸 unísono

🇹🇷 birlik

🇰🇷 일치

🇸🇦 توافق

🇨🇿 unisono

🇸🇰 unisono

🇨🇳 齐唱

🇸🇮 unison

🇮🇸 samsöngur

🇰🇿 бірлік

🇬🇪 ერთიანობა

🇦🇿 birləşmə

🇲🇽 unísono

Etymology

The word 'unison' comes from the Latin 'unisonus,' which is a combination of 'uni-' meaning 'one' and 'sonus' meaning 'sound.' The term has been used since the 14th century to describe the concept of multiple voices or instruments producing the same sound simultaneously. In the realm of music, unison plays a crucial role in the foundation of harmony and composition. As musical techniques and styles have evolved, the use of unison has remained prominent in various genres, from classical to contemporary music. The idea of unity in sound also extends metaphorically to various disciplines, symbolizing agreement or similarity in actions or ideas.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,240, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.