chord

Vocabulary Word

Definition

A 'chord' is a combination of three or more musical notes that sound at the same time. A chord can form the harmony for a piece of music. It's like building a musical structure with more than two notes.

Examples in Different Contexts

In social campaigns, striking the right 'chord' means resonating with people's emotions and values. An activist might say, 'Our message about conservation truly struck a chord, leading to a rise in community involvement.'

Practice Scenarios

Design

Scenario:

We need to rethink color choices; the current color scheme feels a bit flat.

Response:

That makes sense. Playing a bit more with the primary colors might create a more engaging visual chord.

Music

Scenario:

I'm in awe of how the sudden shift in keys elevates the whole piece of music.

Response:

Indeed. It's mostly due to the chords' progression that moves from a soothing melody to a joyous tune.