German word

harmonisch

Pronunciation

IPA/haɐ̯ˈmoːnɪʃ/

Meaning

  • adjectiveharmonious

Example

Die harmonischen Farben gefallen mir.

I like the harmonious colors.

Illustration for harmonisch (harmonious)

More examples

Das Ensemble zeigte ein harmonisches Zusammenspiel.

The ensemble showed harmonious interplay.

Core concept

Different elements fit together so well that the whole looks or sounds balanced and pleasing.

Common phrases

  • harmonische Atmosphäre

    harmonious atmosphere

  • harmonische Beziehung

    harmonious relationship

  • harmonische Zusammenarbeit

    harmonious cooperation

Similar words

stimmig: Creating a coherent whole because the elements fit together well.
ausgewogen: Having proportions or elements that are well balanced and create a stable impression.

Definition in German

Verwendet, um Klang, Form oder Farbe zu beschreiben, die in einem ausgeglichenen Verhältnis zueinanderstehen

Word origin

German harmonisch comes through Latin harmonicus from Greek harmonikos, related to harmonia, meaning agreement or joining.

Usage tips

  • In German, harmonisch commonly describes matching colors, shapes, or sounds, while peaceful is usually expressed by friedlich or ruhig.

Other meanings

  • balancedadjective
  • peacefuladjective

Opposites

  • disharmonischdisharmoniousadjective
  • konfliktgeladenconflict-ladenadjective

Related words

  • Harmonieharmonynoun
  • harmonisierenharmonizeverb
  • Harmonisierungharmonizationnoun

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