The consonance
Example: The consonance between the instruments created a soothing harmony.
Definition
"The consonance" in music refers to the combination of tones that are harmoniously pleasing and stable when sounded together, often creating a sense of resolution or rest, as exemplified by the consonance between the instruments that created a soothing harmony.
Etymology
The word "consonance" comes from the Latin 'consonantia,' meaning 'agreement or harmony.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages, reflecting the idea of sounds 'sounding together' smoothly. Did you know? The root 'sonare' means 'to sound,' highlighting the word's connection to musical sound blending.
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"The consonance" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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