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Chord vs. Cord
Chord
/kɔːd/Examples:
She learned to play a simple chord on the guitar.The sudden chord change added emotion to the song.Each chord resonates beautifully in the concert hall.
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Cord
/kɔːd/Examples:
Tie the packages with a strong cord.The curtain was held up by a decorative cord.She wore a necklace with a silver cord.
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This word has no antonymsWays to tell them apart:
- Remember that cord is related to things like ropes and strings, which are physical objects.
- Chord is related to music and refers to a group of notes played together.
- A cord can be visible and tangible, while a chord is audible and intangible.
- Cord is often associated with utility and function, like electric cords, while chord is used in artistic contexts.
- Think of chord having an h like harmony, which is essential in music.
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