French word

harmonieux

Pronunciation

IPA/aʁmonjø/

Meaning

  • adjectiveharmonious

Example

Le salon est harmonieux avec ses couleurs douces.

The living room is harmonious, with its soft colors.

Illustration for harmonieux (harmonious)

More examples

Le timbre du groupe est harmonieux.

The group's tone is harmonious.

Core concept

Different parts fitting together so the whole feels balanced and pleasing.

Common phrases

  • un intérieur harmonieux

    harmonious interior

  • un couple harmonieux

    harmonious couple

  • un accord harmonieux

    harmonious chord

Similar words

agréable: Giving a pleasant feeling when seen or used.
assorti: Well matched in color, pattern, or clothing style.
équilibré: Having a well-proportioned and evenly distributed arrangement.
paisible: Marked by a peaceful, restful atmosphere.

Definition in French

Qui manifeste l'accord et l'équilibre entre plusieurs éléments, surtout en musique, en décoration ou dans l'ambiance d'un lieu.

Word origin

French harmonieux combines harmonie with the adjective suffix -eux; harmonie came through Latin harmonia from Greek harmonia.

Usage tips

  • The adjective agrees with the noun: harmonieux is masculine singular, while harmonieuse is feminine singular.

Opposites

  • discordantdiscordantadjective
  • désordonnédisorderlyadjective

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