harmonically

Thân thiện

The choir sings the hymn harmonically.

Definition

Adverb 1. In a harmonic manner; with respect to harmony: Pertaining to the combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce chords and chord progressions having a pleasing effect. It describes an action done in a way that relates to musical harmony. 2. In a mathematically harmonic relationship: Pertaining to a component of a periodic quantity, such as a wave, whose frequency is an integral multiple of a fundamental frequency.

Usage

The adverb "harmonically" is used to modify verbs or entire clauses to describe that an action is performed in a manner related to harmony, most commonly in music. * It typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of a clause. * It is a formal term most often used in musical, acoustic, or technical contexts.

Examples

• The choir sang harmonically, blending their voices into beautiful chords.
• This section of the composition is harmonically complex and challenging for the musicians.
• The two instruments are tuned harmonically to create a resonant sound.
• The piece develops harmonically before returning to the main theme.

Advanced Usage

• Harmonically rich: Describes a sound or piece of music containing many harmonic overtones or complex chord structures.
  • The orchestra produced a harmonically rich texture.
• Harmonically related: Describes frequencies or notes that share a clear mathematical or musical relationship.
  • The two oscillators were set to harmonically related frequencies.

Variants and Related Words

• Harmonic (Adjective): Relating to harmony.
  • The harmonic progression was very moving.
• Harmony (Noun): The combination of musical notes sounded simultaneously.
  • The song is known for its beautiful harmony.
• Harmonize (Verb): To sing or play in harmony.
  • The singers learned to harmonize perfectly.

Synonyms

• In harmony
• Chordally (specifically musical)
• Consonantly

Antonyms

• Dissonantly
• Inharmoniously
• Atonally (in a musical context)

Related Phrases/Idioms

• Harmonically interesting: A common phrase in music criticism to describe a piece with engaging or unusual chord progressions.
  • The composer is known for writing harmonically interesting music.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. with respect to harmony
   • harmonically interesting piece