Acordes (en. Chords)

/aˈkoɾðes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A set of notes played simultaneously in music.
The guitar chords accompany the melody of the song.
Los acordes de la guitarra acompañan la melodía de la canción.
A series of notes used in a musical composition.
The composer chose minor chords to convey sadness.
El compositor eligió acordes menores para transmitir tristeza.
Agreement in musical harmony.
The musical piece is full of surprising chords.
La pieza musical está llena de acordes sorprendentes.

Etymology

From Latin 'accordis,' meaning 'concord' or 'harmony.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

minor chords
Chords that have a melancholic or sad sound.
acordes menores
major chords
Chords that have a cheerful or happy sound.
acordes mayores
chord changes
Transitions between different chords in a musical composition.
cambios de acordes

Related Words

melody
A succession of musical sounds that are pleasant to the ear.
melodía
harmony
A set of chords that complements a melody.
armonía
composition
Creation of a musical work by combining sounds.
composición

Slang Meanings

Chords that are easy to play.
Those are beginner chords that anyone can learn.
Esos son acordes de principiantes que cualquier persona puede aprender.
Guitar techniques that use alternative chords.
Using alternative chords gives a unique touch to the song.
Usar acordes alternativos le da un toque único a la canción.