Consonant
Example: De consonante tonen in deze compositie zorgen voor harmonie.
Definition
"Consonant" in music describes tones or intervals that sound harmonious and stable when played together, creating a pleasing effect. For example, the "consonant" tones in this composition ensure harmony and avoid tension or dissonance.
Etymology
The word "consonant" comes from the Latin 'consonare,' meaning 'to sound together.' Did you know that it originally referred to sounds agreeing or harmonizing? In music, "consonant" took on the sense of intervals or chords that blend smoothly, opposite to dissonant.
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"Consonant" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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