The accompaniment
Example: The accompaniment on the piano made the song beautiful.
Definition
"The accompaniment" in music refers to the musical background or support played alongside the main melody or solo. It enhances the overall sound, providing harmony, rhythm, and depth, such as the piano accompaniment that enriches a song's performance.
Etymology
The term "the accompaniment" comes from the verb 'accompany,' which originated from the Old French 'accompaigner,' meaning to go with or attend. Its roots trace back to the Late Latin 'accompagnare,' combining 'ad-' (to) and 'companionem' (companion). Did you know? The idea highlights the supportive role, like a companion joining the main act.
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"The accompaniment" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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