ensemble in English
- ensemble⇄adv. (Obsolete.) together; at the same time.
- ensemble⇄ensemble, noun, adverb.
- ensemble⇄noun 1. all the parts of a thing considered together; the general effect.
Ex. Its members have a commendable knack of subordinating themselves as parts of the total ensemble (New Yorker).
2. (Music.)
a. a united performance of the ful
ensemble in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
ensemble in Hindi हिन्दी
ensemble in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
Ensemble
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
IPA: /ɑːnˈsɒm.bəl/ (English), /ɑ̃.sɑ̃.blə/ (French)
Phonetic: ahn-som-bl
Definitions
- A group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together.
- A coordinated outfit or set of clothing.
- A whole that is greater than the sum of its parts, often referring to harmony in a group.
Usage Examples
- The jazz ensemble played a fantastic set last night.
- She wore a stunning ensemble that turned heads at the party.
- The film had an incredible ensemble cast.
Etymology
Borrowed from the French word ensemble, meaning "together" or "as a whole," from the Latin insimul (at the same time, together).
Synonyms
- Group
- Band
- Outfit
- Cast
- Company
Antonyms
- Individual
- Disarray
- Solitude
- Separation
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Conjunto | kon-hoon-to |
| French | Ensemble | ahn-sahm-bl |
| German | Ensemble | on-som-bluh |
| Russian | Ансамбль | ansambl' |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 合奏 | hé zòu |
| Japanese | アンサンブル | ansanburu |
| Arabic | فرقة | firqa |
| Hindi | समूह | samuh |
| Tamil | கூட்டம் | koottam |
| Telugu | సమూహం | samooham |
| Bengali | গোষ্ঠী | gôshṭhi |
| Marathi | गट | gat |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
In English, "ensemble" is often pronounced with emphasis on the second syllable, whereas in French, it maintains a more nasal sound.
Historical Usage
Originally used in music and theater, "ensemble" later expanded to describe coordinated fashion and any well-integrated group.
Cultural Nuances
Frequently used in performing arts, fashion, and collaborative work, reflecting the idea of harmony among elements.
More Information
The concept of ensemble is deeply embedded in artistic and organizational settings, emphasizing unity and collaboration.