🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Euphonie

Pronunciation / Transliteration: eu-fo-nee

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Euphony/ˈjuː.fə.ni/
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die Euphonie des Gedichts machte es zu einem Favoriten."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The quality of being pleasing to the ear, especially through a harmonious combination of words.

    "The euphony of the poem made it a favorite among readers."
  2. 2

    A pleasing or harmonious sound, often used in the context of music or speech.

    "The euphony of the orchestra filled the concert hall with joy."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'euphony' originates from the Greek word 'euphonia', meaning 'good sound', which is derived from 'eu-' meaning 'good' and 'phone' meaning 'voice' or 'sound'. It entered the English language in the late 17th century, reflecting a shift towards appreciating harmonious sounds in literature and music.

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