Definition of unison

unisonnoun

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/ˈjuːnɪsn//ˈjuːnɪsn/

The word "unison" comes from the Latin word "unus" meaning "one," and the suffix "-son" which means "sound" or "voice." Thus, "unison" originally referred to the state of producing a single sound by multiple voices or instruments, all at the exact same pitch or tone. In music, unison refers to the same melody being played by multiple instruments or voices simultaneously, instead of each playing a different part. In contrast, harmony involves multiple voices or instruments playing a melody simultaneously, but each with its own distinct notes. The concept of unison can also be found in other contexts, such as synchronized swimming, where multiple swimmers move in perfect harmony and alignment with one another. In dance, "unison" refers to a group of dancers moving together in synchronized steps and movements at once. Overall, the origin and meaning of the word "unison" underscores the importance of coordination, synchronization, and harmony in numerous aspects and activities of human life.

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if people do or say something in unison, they all do it at the same time

nếu mọi người cùng làm hoặc nói điều gì đó thì tất cả họ đều làm điều đó cùng một lúc

Example:
  • They moved in perfect unison.

    Họ di chuyển đồng loạt một cách hoàn hảo.

if people or organizations are working in unison, they are working together, because they agree with each other

nếu mọi người hoặc tổ chức cùng nhau làm việc thì họ đang làm việc cùng nhau vì họ đồng ý với nhau

Example:
  • If the Security Council members act in unison, they may prevent an outbreak of war in the region.

    Nếu các thành viên Hội đồng Bảo an hành động đồng lòng, họ có thể ngăn chặn chiến tranh bùng nổ trong khu vực.

if singers or musicians sing or play in unison, they sing or play notes at the same pitch or at one or more octaves apart

nếu ca sĩ hoặc nhạc sĩ hát hoặc chơi đồng thanh, họ hát hoặc chơi các nốt ở cùng một cao độ hoặc cách nhau một hoặc nhiều quãng tám

Example:
  • The oboe was in unison with the clarinet.

    Chiếc oboe hòa âm với kèn clarinet.

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in unison (with somebody/something)
if people do or say something in unison, they all do it at the same time
  • They moved in perfect unison.
    • if people or organizations are working in unison, they are working together, because they agree with each other
  • If the Security Council members act in unison, they may prevent an outbreak of war in the region.
    • (music)if singers or musicians sing or play in unison, they sing or play notes at the same pitch or at one or more octaves apart
  • The oboe was in unison with the clarinet.