Word
harmonizing
Phoneticshar·mo·niz·ing, stress on the first syllable
/ˈhɑɹməˌnaɪzɪŋ/
UK spelling · harmonising
Definition
v. to make different things fit and work well together, like colours, ideas, or plans.
v. to bring different parts, ideas, or sounds into agreement so they work well together. Applies to music, design, plans, and rules.
Examples
“They are harmonizing their schedules for the trip.”
“The design team is harmonizing the colours of the walls, furniture and lighting.”
“The choir spends hours harmonizing complex passages where each voice must stay distinct yet blend into a single sound.”
Examples
simple
“They are harmonizing their schedules for the trip.”
contextual
“The design team is harmonizing the colours of the walls, furniture and lighting.”
complex
“The choir spends hours harmonizing complex passages where each voice must stay distinct yet blend into a single sound.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “harmonizing” in context.
Verb
01. harmonize colour
“She harmonized the colours of the sofa and the walls.”
verb + noun
02. harmonize interest
“The leader harmonized the competing interests of members.”
verb + noun
03. harmonize plan
“We need to harmonize our plans before the trip.”
verb + noun
04. harmonize policy
“Countries agreed to harmonize trade policies.”
verb + noun
05. help harmonize
“Good communication helps harmonize different opinions.”
verb + verb
Adjective
06. carefully harmonize
“She carefully harmonized the flavours in the dish.”
adv + verb
07. perfectly harmonize
“The new curtains perfectly harmonize with the wall colour.”
adv + verb
Noun
08. process of harmonizing
“The process of harmonizing the systems took months.”
noun + prep + verb
09. fully harmonize with surroundings
“The new building fully harmonizes with its natural surroundings.”
10. harmonize colours and styles
“The designer harmonized colours and styles in the room.”
11. harmonize work and family life
“Flexible hours help parents harmonize work and family life.”
12. help harmonize competing interests
“The new law helps harmonize competing business interests.”
Usage
Both transitive and intransitive; takes a direct object for colours, plans or rules, but no object when singing harmony.
Real-World Examples
“Country singer Kacey Musgraves paid tribute to Parton by harmonizing with archival video of the late singer performing her hit I Will Always Love You, to a visibly moved crowd.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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