Be in/out of tune
adjective
When a musical instrument or voice produces sounds at the correct pitch that are harmonious.
The piano is in tune and ready for the concert.
Often appears as...
- guitar is in tune
- piano is in tune
adjective
When a musical instrument or voice does not produce sounds at the correct pitch, making it sound unpleasant or wrong.
The guitar sounds awful, it's out of tune.
Often appears as...
- guitar is out of tune
- piano is out of tune
adjective
Being in agreement or harmony with others in terms of opinion or feeling.
They are in tune with each other's thoughts.
Often appears as...
- in tune with feelings
- in tune with views
adjective
Not being in agreement or harmony with others in terms of opinion or feeling.
Their views are out of tune with each other.
Often appears as...
- out of tune with feelings
- out of tune with views
adjective
When a musical instrument or voice produces sounds at the correct pitch that are harmonious.
The piano is in tune and ready for the concert.
Often appears as...
- guitar is in tune
- piano is in tune
adjective
When a musical instrument or voice does not produce sounds at the correct pitch, making it sound unpleasant or wrong.
The guitar sounds awful, it's out of tune.
Often appears as...
- guitar is out of tune
- piano is out of tune
adjective
Being in agreement or harmony with others in terms of opinion or feeling.
They are in tune with each other's thoughts.
Often appears as...
- in tune with feelings
- in tune with views
adjective
Not being in agreement or harmony with others in terms of opinion or feeling.
Their views are out of tune with each other.
Often appears as...
- out of tune with feelings
- out of tune with views
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Musical Accuracy
Refers to the precise alignment in pitch between notes or instruments, important for a pleasing sound.
After tuning, the violinist was in tune with the orchestra.
Pro Tip 2/2Harmony Essential
Being 'in tune' is crucial for group performances, such as bands or choirs, to ensure a harmonious sound.
The choir practiced to ensure they were in tune before the performance.
Pro Tip 1/2Musical Accuracy
Refers to the precise alignment in pitch between notes or instruments, important for a pleasing sound.
After tuning, the violinist was in tune with the orchestra.
Pro Tip 2/2Harmony Essential
Being 'in tune' is crucial for group performances, such as bands or choirs, to ensure a harmonious sound.
The choir practiced to ensure they were in tune before the performance.
Pro Tip 1/2Musical Accuracy
Refers to the precise alignment in pitch between notes or instruments, important for a pleasing sound.
After tuning, the violinist was in tune with the orchestra.
Pro Tip 2/2Harmony Essential
Being 'in tune' is crucial for group performances, such as bands or choirs, to ensure a harmonious sound.
The choir practiced to ensure they were in tune before the performance.
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