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à l'unisson

A2 adverb #15,000 가장 일반적인 8분 분량

à l'unisson

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설명 à l'unisson in your Level:

At the A1 level, you can think of à l'unisson as a special way to say 'together' (ensemble) when you are talking about sounds. Imagine a group of children in a music class. If they all sing the same song at the same time, they are singing à l'unisson. It is a very simple concept: many people doing the exact same thing at the exact same moment. You don't need to worry about complex grammar here; just remember it usually comes after a verb like 'chanter' (to sing) or 'parler' (to speak). It helps you describe a group acting as one single person.

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At the A2 level, you start to use à l'unisson for more than just music. You can use it to describe a group of friends who all agree on something. For example, if you ask 'Who wants pizza?' and everyone shouts 'Moi !' at the same time, they are answering à l'unisson. It's a great phrase to use when describing social scenes or family gatherings. Remember the structure: 'à' + 'l'' + 'unisson'. It never changes, which makes it easy to add to your sentences to make them sound more natural and descriptive. It shows you understand how a group can act with one mind.

At the B1 level, you can use à l'unisson to discuss social and social-political topics. It is frequently used in news reports to describe protesters chanting slogans or a whole community reacting to an event. It implies a deeper level of solidarity than just 'together'. When you use it, you are suggesting that there is no disagreement in the group. It is a useful tool for writing essays or giving presentations about collective movements. You should also start noticing it in literature, where it might describe the emotional connection between two people whose hearts or thoughts are perfectly aligned.

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At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using à l'unisson in professional and formal contexts. It is the perfect phrase for describing a unanimous vote in a meeting or a coordinated effort between different departments. You can also use it to contrast with 'individuellement' (individually) to highlight the power of collective action. At this level, you should also be aware of its synonyms like 'de concert' or 'd'une seule voix' and know when to choose à l'unisson for its specific connotation of rhythmic, simultaneous harmony. It adds a sophisticated, metaphorical layer to your communication.

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At the C1 level, à l'unisson becomes a tool for nuanced analysis. You might use it to describe the zeitgeist of a particular era or how different media outlets might report on a scandal à l'unisson, suggesting a lack of critical diversity. It carries a rhetorical weight, allowing you to comment on the nature of consensus and conformity. You should be able to use it in complex sentence structures, perhaps combining it with other adverbial phrases to create a rich, textured description of societal trends or artistic performances where every element—lighting, sound, and acting—works together in perfect unison.

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At the C2 level, you master the poetic and philosophical depths of à l'unisson. You can use it to describe the cosmic alignment of ideas or the profound psychological state of a group undergoing a shared trauma or triumph. It can be used to critique the 'unisson' of a totalitarian society or to celebrate the 'unisson' of a global movement for peace. At this level, your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker's, employing the phrase with perfect timing and stylistic flair to evoke powerful imagery of total, harmonious convergence in any domain of human thought or action.

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à l'unisson 30초 만에

A versatile French phrase meaning 'in unison', used for music, group actions, and total agreement between people.
Functions as an adverbial block (à l'unisson) to describe simultaneous and identical actions by a collective group.
Originates from music (same pitch) but is now common in news, sports, and literature to show unity.
A more sophisticated alternative to 'ensemble' when you want to emphasize perfect synchronization and harmony.

The French expression à l'unisson is a beautiful and evocative adverbial phrase that translates literally to "in unison" or "in harmony." While its roots are firmly planted in the soil of music theory, its branches reach far into the realms of social interaction, political consensus, and emotional alignment. At its most basic level, it describes two or more people performing the exact same action or expressing the exact same sentiment at the exact same time. It suggests a lack of discord, a perfect blending of individual identities into a single, cohesive collective force.

Literal Musical Origin: In music, singing or playing à l'unisson means everyone is on the same pitch. There are no harmonies, no counterpoints—just one single, powerful note shared by many voices. This creates a sense of immense strength and clarity.

Toute la foule a chanté l'hymne national à l'unisson avant le match.

Beyond the concert hall, you will encounter this phrase whenever there is a strong sense of agreement. If a group of employees all resign at the same time to protest a decision, they are acting à l'unisson. If a family decides on a holiday destination without a single dissenting voice, they are speaking à l'unisson. It implies a rare moment where individual differences are set aside for a common purpose. It is more than just 'together' (ensemble); it is 'together as one'.

Figurative Harmony: It is frequently used in literature and journalism to describe hearts beating together or minds thinking as one. It conveys a deep, almost spiritual connection between individuals.

Leurs cœurs battaient à l'unisson dans le silence de la nuit.

In a modern context, you might see this phrase in headlines regarding international relations—for example, when several countries condemn an action à l'unisson. It signals to the reader that the response is not fragmented but unified and therefore more impactful. It is a sophisticated way to elevate the concept of 'agreement' to something more rhythmic and powerful.

Using à l'unisson correctly requires understanding its role as an adverbial phrase. It modifies the verb, explaining how an action is performed. Grammatically, it is quite stable; it doesn't change based on gender or number, making it a reliable tool for learners. It almost always follows the verb it modifies.

Common Verb Pairings: Certain verbs naturally attract this phrase. Chanter (to sing), répondre (to answer), voter (to vote), agir (to act), and vibrer (to vibrate/thrill) are the most frequent companions. When you use these verbs, à l'unisson adds a layer of collective intensity.

Les députés ont voté à l'unisson pour la nouvelle loi.

One important stylistic point is the use of the preposition 'à' and the definite article 'l''. You cannot say 'en unisson' or 'avec unisson'. The structure is fixed. It functions as a block. If you want to emphasize the speed or spontaneity of the unison, you might place it at the beginning of a sentence for dramatic effect, though this is more common in written French than spoken.

Placement in Complex Tenses: In compound tenses like the passé composé, the phrase usually comes after the past participle: 'Ils ont crié à l'unisson.' Placing it between the auxiliary and the participle is rare and usually sounds awkward.

Le public s'est levé à l'unisson pour applaudir l'artiste.

In summary, treat it as a single unit of meaning that follows your verb. It is particularly effective when you want to describe a moment of sudden, shared realization or a powerful group response. It elevates your French from simple 'togetherness' to a more sophisticated 'synchronicity'.

You will encounter à l'unisson in a variety of contexts, ranging from the highly formal to the everyday. It is not slang, but it is also not so academic that it feels out of place in a normal conversation. Its versatility is one of its greatest strengths.

Media and News: Journalists love this phrase. You'll hear it on the news when reporting on protests: 'Les manifestants ont scandé des slogans à l'unisson.' It highlights the unity of the movement. It's also common in sports commentary when a stadium of fans reacts simultaneously to a goal.

Les journaux du matin titrent à l'unisson sur la victoire de l'équipe nationale.

In the world of arts and culture, it remains a staple. During theater rehearsals or choir practices, the director will constantly use it as a command: 'Encore une fois, mais tous à l'unisson !' Here, it is practical and technical. In literature, it is used to describe the romantic connection between lovers whose thoughts and desires are perfectly aligned.

Everyday Social Settings: Even in a group of friends, if everyone says 'Oui !' at the same time to a proposal for dinner, someone might laugh and say, 'On a répondu à l'unisson !' It acknowledges the funny or pleasant coincidence of being on the same page.

Les enfants ont crié "Merci !" à l'unisson après avoir reçu leurs cadeaux.

Whether you are reading a high-brow novel, watching the evening news, or just hanging out with French speakers, this phrase provides a nuanced way to describe the magic of collective timing. It is a word that bridges the gap between the technical world of music and the messy, beautiful world of human interaction.

While à l'unisson is a relatively straightforward phrase, there are several pitfalls that English speakers (and even some native speakers) frequently fall into. Understanding these will help you use the phrase with the precision of a native.

Preposition Confusion: The most common error is replacing 'à' with 'en'. English speakers often think 'in unison' should translate to 'en unisson'. This is incorrect. In French, the fixed preposition is 'à'. Similarly, avoid 'dans l'unisson'. Stick to the standard: à l'unisson.

Incorrect: Ils chantent en unisson.
Correct: Ils chantent à l'unisson.

Another mistake involves the definite article. Because 'unisson' starts with a vowel sound, the 'l' is elided (l'). Some learners forget the article entirely or try to use 'le' without elision. 'À le unisson' is never used. It must always be 'à l'unisson'.

Misusing it as an Adjective: Remember that this is an adverbial locution. You cannot use it to describe a noun directly as if it were an adjective. For example, don't say 'un groupe à l'unisson'. Instead, say 'un groupe qui chante à l'unisson'. If you need an adjective, 'uni' or 'harmonieux' are better choices.

Incorrect: C'est une réponse à l'unisson.
Correct: Ils ont répondu à l'unisson.

Finally, be careful not to confuse 'à l'unisson' with 'ensemble'. While they are related, 'ensemble' is generic (together), while 'à l'unisson' is specific (performing the same action simultaneously and identically). Use 'à l'unisson' when you want to highlight the perfect synchronization of the group.

To truly master à l'unisson, it's helpful to compare it to other French expressions that convey togetherness or agreement. Each has a slightly different flavor and situational appropriateness.

D'une seule voix: This literally means 'with one single voice'. It is very close to à l'unisson but is more focused on speaking or deciding. It emphasizes the lack of disagreement within a group. You might use it for a jury's verdict or a political party's stance.

Le jury a parlé d'une seule voix pour déclarer l'accusé non coupable.

Another common alternative is de concert. This is often used for planned, collaborative actions. While à l'unisson can be spontaneous (like a crowd cheering), de concert implies a prior arrangement or a strategic partnership. It is common in diplomatic or business contexts.

En chœur: This means 'in chorus' or 'all together'. It is specifically used for vocal expressions—shouting, singing, or laughing. It is slightly more informal and vivid than à l'unisson. Use it when describing a classroom of kids shouting an answer.

"Joyeux anniversaire !" s'exclamèrent-ils en chœur.

Finally, consider simultanément. This is the purely technical term for 'at the same time'. It lacks the poetic or social connotation of harmony found in à l'unisson. If two computers crash at the same time, they do it simultanément, but certainly not à l'unisson!

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

While we use it metaphorically today, in the Middle Ages, 'à l'unisson' was a technical instruction to prevent singers from adding harmonies to Gregorian chants, keeping the music simple and focused.

발음 가이드

UK /a l‿y.ni.sɔ̃/

US /a l‿y.ni.sɔ̃/

The primary stress in French falls on the final syllable of the phrase: u-ni-SSON.

라임이 맞는 단어

horizon maison raison saison poison prison trahison liaison

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing the final 'n' (it should be nasal).
Using a 'z' sound for the double 's'.
Failing to elide the 'l' (saying 'à le unisson').
Using the English 'u' sound instead of the French 'u'.
Placing the stress on the first syllable.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize because of the English cognate 'unison'.

쓰기 3/5

Requires remembering the 'à l'...' structure and the double 's'.

말하기 3/5

Nasal 'on' and French 'u' can be tricky for beginners.

듣기 2/5

Usually clear, but can be missed if the speaker speaks very quickly.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

ensemble voix chant accord même

다음에 배울 것

de concert simultanément unanimité harmonie diapason

고급

homophonie monophonie consonance synergie

알아야 할 문법

Adverbial Locutions

À l'unisson, à l'aveuglette, à la hâte.

Elision with 'l''

L'unisson (not le unisson).

Preposition 'À' for Manner

Cuire à la vapeur, marcher à tâtons.

Double 's' for unvoiced sound

Poisson vs Poison; Unisson.

Nasal Vowels

Unisson ending in [ɔ̃].

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수준별 예문

Les élèves chantent à l'unisson.

The students sing in unison.

Simple present tense with the adverbial phrase.

Nous parlons à l'unisson.

We speak in unison.

Subject 'Nous' followed by the verb and phrase.

Ils crient à l'unisson.

They shout in unison.

Plural subject.

La classe répond à l'unisson.

The class answers in unison.

Singular collective noun 'La classe'.

Elles rient à l'unisson.

They (f.) laugh in unison.

Feminine plural subject.

Vous dansez à l'unisson.

You (pl.) dance in unison.

Formal or plural 'Vous'.

Le choeur chante à l'unisson.

The choir sings in unison.

Technical musical usage.

Tout le monde applaudit à l'unisson.

Everyone claps in unison.

Indefinite pronoun 'Tout le monde'.

Les amis ont dit 'oui' à l'unisson.

The friends said 'yes' in unison.

Passé composé usage.

Les oiseaux chantent à l'unisson le matin.

The birds sing in unison in the morning.

Nature context.

Nous avons réagi à l'unisson face à la surprise.

We reacted in unison to the surprise.

Reflexive verb 'se réjouir' implied or 'réagir'.

Les supporters crient le nom du joueur à l'unisson.

The fans shout the player's name in unison.

Sports context.

Ils marchent à l'unisson vers la sortie.

They walk in unison toward the exit.

Physical movement.

Les enfants demandent un dessert à l'unisson.

The children ask for dessert in unison.

Everyday context.

Les cloches sonnent à l'unisson.

The bells ring in unison.

Object subject.

Les musiciens jouent la note à l'unisson.

The musicians play the note in unison.

Technical music context.

La foule a scandé des slogans à l'unisson.

The crowd chanted slogans in unison.

Usage with 'scander' (to chant).

Les pays membres ont condamné l'attaque à l'unisson.

The member countries condemned the attack in unison.

Political context.

Leurs cœurs semblaient battre à l'unisson.

Their hearts seemed to beat in unison.

Metaphorical usage.

Les critiques ont salué le film à l'unisson.

The critics praised the film in unison.

Professional consensus.

Toute la famille a protesté à l'unisson contre ce projet.

The whole family protested in unison against this project.

Strong collective action.

Les syndicats ont appelé à la grève à l'unisson.

The unions called for a strike in unison.

Labor context.

Les manifestants avançaient à l'unisson dans la rue.

The protesters moved forward in unison in the street.

Imperfect tense for description.

Les violons commençaient le morceau à l'unisson.

The violins began the piece in unison.

Technical music detail.

Le conseil d'administration a voté à l'unisson pour la fusion.

The board of directors voted in unison for the merger.

Formal business context.

Les instruments à vent doivent attaquer la note à l'unisson.

The wind instruments must attack the note in unison.

Music technicality.

Les médias ont relayé l'information à l'unisson.

The media relayed the information in unison.

Journalistic context.

Il est rare de voir autant de partis politiques agir à l'unisson.

It is rare to see so many political parties acting in unison.

Infinitive construction.

Leurs pensées vibraient à l'unisson, créant une harmonie parfaite.

Their thoughts vibrated in unison, creating a perfect harmony.

Literary style.

Les témoins ont décrit la scène à l'unisson.

The witnesses described the scene in unison.

Legal context.

L'opinion publique semble réagir à l'unisson face à cette crise.

Public opinion seems to react in unison to this crisis.

Sociological context.

Les danseurs de ballet doivent sauter à l'unisson.

The ballet dancers must jump in unison.

Performance context.

Les structures étatiques ont fonctionné à l'unisson pour gérer l'urgence.

State structures worked in unison to manage the emergency.

Administrative context.

Dans ce régime, la presse doit parler à l'unisson du gouvernement.

In this regime, the press must speak in unison with the government.

Political critique.

Le poète cherche à faire vibrer les mots à l'unisson de ses émotions.

The poet seeks to make the words vibrate in unison with his emotions.

Abstract literary analysis.

Les marchés financiers ont chuté à l'unisson après l'annonce.

Financial markets fell in unison after the announcement.

Economic context.

L'architecture et la nature semblent ici exister à l'unisson.

Architecture and nature seem to exist in unison here.

Aesthetic description.

Il est impératif que nos efforts se déploient à l'unisson.

It is imperative that our efforts unfold in unison.

Subjunctive mood usage.

Les voix divergentes ont fini par se fondre à l'unisson.

Divergent voices eventually merged in unison.

Metaphor of consensus.

Le chant grégorien se caractérise par des voix chantant à l'unisson.

Gregorian chant is characterized by voices singing in unison.

Historical musical fact.

L'ontologie de l'œuvre repose sur cette capacité à faire vibrer le spectateur à l'unisson de l'artiste.

The ontology of the work rests on this capacity to make the spectator vibrate in unison with the artist.

Philosophical register.

La symphonie sociale exige que chaque individu ne se contente pas de suivre, mais d'agir à l'unisson d'un idéal commun.

The social symphony requires that each individual does not just follow, but acts in unison with a common ideal.

Complex metaphorical prose.

Les battements de la ville et les pulsations de ses habitants semblaient s'accorder à l'unisson.

The beats of the city and the pulsations of its inhabitants seemed to harmonize in unison.

Poetic personification.

Le dogme religieux impose souvent de penser à l'unisson, étouffant toute velléité de dissidence.

Religious dogma often imposes thinking in unison, stifling any hint of dissent.

Sociopolitical analysis.

Dans l'immensité du cosmos, les particules semblent parfois danser à l'unisson selon des lois encore mystérieuses.

In the vastness of the cosmos, particles sometimes seem to dance in unison according to still-mysterious laws.

Scientific/Poetic blend.

L'harmonie universelle n'est pas un vain mot quand les consciences s'élèvent à l'unisson.

Universal harmony is not a hollow phrase when consciousnesses rise in unison.

Abstract spiritual concept.

L'orchestration de cette campagne marketing visait à faire réagir les consommateurs à l'unisson à travers le globe.

The orchestration of this marketing campaign aimed to make consumers react in unison across the globe.

High-level professional strategy.

Sa respiration s'était calée à l'unisson de celle de l'enfant endormi.

Her breathing had synchronized in unison with that of the sleeping child.

Intimate descriptive detail.

동의어

ensemble de concert d'une seule voix en chœur simultanément d'un commun accord en harmonie de pair

반의어

séparément individuellement en désaccord en solo

자주 쓰는 조합

chanter à l'unisson

répondre à l'unisson

voter à l'unisson

agir à l'unisson

vibrer à l'unisson

scander à l'unisson

marcher à l'unisson

penser à l'unisson

crier à l'unisson

réagir à l'unisson

자주 쓰는 구문

parler à l'unisson

— To say the same thing at the same time.

Les deux sœurs parlent souvent à l'unisson.

être à l'unisson

— To be in total agreement or harmony.

Nous sommes à l'unisson sur ce point.

se mettre à l'unisson

— To adjust oneself to match the group or partner.

Il a dû se mettre à l'unisson de l'équipe.

rester à l'unisson

— To maintain a state of harmony or agreement.

Il est difficile de rester à l'unisson pendant longtemps.

battre à l'unisson

— Often used for hearts beating together (metaphorical).

Leurs cœurs battent à l'unisson depuis leur rencontre.

travailler à l'unisson

— To work together in perfect coordination.

Les deux services travaillent à l'unisson.

s'exprimer à l'unisson

— To express a shared opinion or feeling.

Les critiques se sont exprimés à l'unisson.

vivre à l'unisson

— To live in perfect harmony with someone or something.

Vivre à l'unisson avec la nature est son rêve.

demander à l'unisson

— A group making the same request at once.

Ils ont demandé justice à l'unisson.

protester à l'unisson

— A collective act of disagreement.

Les riverains protestent à l'unisson.

자주 혼동되는 단어

à l'unisson vs en unisson

This is a common error; the correct preposition is always 'à'.

à l'unisson vs ensemble

'Ensemble' is broad; 'à l'unisson' is specifically about simultaneous, identical action.

à l'unisson vs à l'unanimité

This means 'unanimously' (everyone voted the same), while 'à l'unisson' is about the sound/action being together.

관용어 및 표현

"mettre son violon à l'unisson"

— To align one's views or actions with others.

Il a fini par mettre son violon à l'unisson des autres.

literary

"être au diapason"

— Very similar; to be in tune with others.

Elle est toujours au diapason de ses collègues.

neutral

"faire chorus"

— To join in a common opinion or cry.

Tout le monde a fait chorus pour critiquer la décision.

neutral

"être sur la même longueur d'onde"

— To be on the same wavelength (metaphorical unison).

Nous sommes vraiment sur la même longueur d'onde.

informal

"parler d'une même voix"

— To present a unified front through speech.

L'Europe doit parler d'une même voix.

formal

"marcher comme un seul homme"

— To act with total unity and discipline.

Le régiment a marché comme un seul homme.

literary

"être en phase"

— To be in sync or in phase with someone.

Je ne suis pas du tout en phase avec cette idée.

neutral

"chanter la même chanson"

— To say the same thing repeatedly (often negative).

Ils chantent tous la même chanson depuis des mois.

informal

"faire bloc"

— To stand together solidly.

Ils ont fait bloc contre l'adversité.

neutral

"accorder ses violons"

— To get one's stories straight or reach an agreement.

Avant la réunion, nous devons accorder nos violons.

neutral

혼동하기 쉬운

à l'unisson vs Unisson vs Union

Both start with 'uni'.

'Unisson' is about sound/timing; 'Union' is about the state of being joined.

Ils forment une union et chantent à l'unisson.

à l'unisson vs À l'unisson vs De concert

Both mean 'together'.

'À l'unisson' is about timing/identity; 'De concert' is about coordination/planning.

Ils agissent de concert mais ne parlent pas à l'unisson.

à l'unisson vs Unisson vs Unité

Abstract concepts of 'one'.

'Unité' is a noun for 'oneness'; 'Unisson' is a noun used in a phrase for 'sameness of sound'.

L'unité du groupe se voit quand ils chantent à l'unisson.

à l'unisson vs À l'unisson vs En chœur

Both used for vocal groups.

'En chœur' is more specifically for shouting/singing; 'À l'unisson' is broader and more formal.

Ils rient en chœur.

à l'unisson vs Simultanément vs À l'unisson

Both mean 'at the same time'.

'Simultanément' is neutral/technical; 'À l'unisson' implies harmony.

Les bombes explosent simultanément (not à l'unisson).

문장 패턴

S + V + à l'unisson.

Ils chantent à l'unisson.

S + Passé Composé + à l'unisson.

Nous avons crié à l'unisson.

S + V + Noun + à l'unisson.

La foule scande des slogans à l'unisson.

Il est [adj] de V à l'unisson.

Il est rare de voter à l'unisson.

À l'unisson de + N, S + V.

À l'unisson de la nature, il méditait.

Faire vibrer [obj] à l'unisson.

L'artiste fait vibrer le public à l'unisson.

S + se mettre à l'unisson de + N.

Elle se met à l'unisson de son équipe.

Tout le monde + V + à l'unisson.

Tout le monde a répondu à l'unisson.

어휘 가족

명사

unisson (the state of being in unison)

unité (unity)

union (union)

동사

unir (to unite)

réunir (to reunite)

형용사

uni (united)

unique (unique)

unissonant (unisonant - rare)

사용법

frequency

Common in media, music, and literature.

자주 하는 실수

Ils chantent en unisson. → Ils chantent à l'unisson.
The preposition 'à' is required. 'En' is an anglicism in this context.
Le choeur chante à le unisson. → Le choeur chante à l'unisson.
The article 'le' must be elided before a vowel.
C'est une voix à l'unisson. → C'est une voix unie / Ils chantent à l'unisson.
'À l'unisson' is an adverb, not an adjective. It modifies verbs, not nouns.
Nous sommes à l'unissons. → Nous sommes à l'unisson.
The phrase is always singular.
Ils parlent à l'unison. → Ils parlent à l'unisson.
Spelling: it requires a double 's' to maintain the 's' sound between vowels.

팁

Fixed Phrase

Don't try to change 'à l'unisson' to 'aux unissons' or 'à un unisson'. It is a fixed block that stays the same.

Avoid Repetition

If you've already used 'ensemble' in a paragraph, switch to 'à l'unisson' to describe a group action for better variety.

Nasal Ending

The 'on' at the end is nasal. Don't let your tongue touch the roof of your mouth; the air should come through your nose.

News Reading

Look for this word in headlines about the European Union or UN votes. It's a key word for international agreement.

Technical Use

If you are in a choir, this is the most important word to know. It tells you not to harmonize!

Metaphorical Power

Use it to describe hearts or minds to give your writing a more romantic or poetic feel.

Liaison

The 'l' is essential. Think of it as 'a-lunn-ee-sohn' to get the flow right.

No 'En'

Never say 'en unisson'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers. Think 'A' for 'Agreement'.

Group Identity

Use it when you want to praise a team for their perfect coordination.

The Root 'Uni'

Associate 'unisson' with 'uniform' or 'university'—all about things coming together as one.

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기억법

Think of 'A' + 'L' (The) + 'Uni' (One) + 'Son' (Sound). It is 'The One Sound' that everyone makes together.

시각적 연상

Imagine a rowing team where every oar hits the water at the exact same moment. They are rowing à l'unisson.

Word Web

Unité Harmonie Ensemble Accord Chant Voix Synchro Groupe

챌린지

Try to find three different news headlines this week where you could replace 'ensemble' or 'd'accord' with 'à l'unisson' to make it sound more dramatic.

어원

Derived from the Latin 'unisonus', composed of 'unus' (one) and 'sonus' (sound). It entered the French language in the 16th century initially as a musical term.

원래 의미: A single sound or pitch produced by multiple voices or instruments.

Romance (Latin roots).

문화적 맥락

No specific sensitivities, but be aware that in political contexts, 'thinking à l'unisson' can sometimes imply a lack of critical thinking or 'groupthink' (la pensée unique).

The English 'in unison' is an exact cognate, but in French, the phrase feels slightly more poetic and is used more frequently in journalistic writing.

The opera 'L'Unisson' (hypothetical reference to musical styles). Victor Hugo's poems often use 'unisson' to describe nature and the soul. Commonly used in 'Le Monde' to describe EU consensus.

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실제 사용 상황

Music Class

Chantez à l'unisson
Écoutez l'unisson
Gardez l'unisson
Recommencez à l'unisson

Political Protest

Scander à l'unisson
Manifester à l'unisson
Crier justice à l'unisson
Agir à l'unisson

Business Meetings

Voter à l'unisson
Décider à l'unisson
Répondre à l'unisson
Travailler à l'unisson

Sports Events

Applaudir à l'unisson
Crier le score à l'unisson
Vibrer à l'unisson
Sauter à l'unisson

Romantic/Literary

Cœurs battant à l'unisson
Âmes à l'unisson
Vivre à l'unisson
Penser à l'unisson

대화 시작하기

"Avez-vous déjà chanté dans une chorale à l'unisson ?"

"Pensez-vous qu'il est important que les politiciens parlent à l'unisson ?"

"Quand avez-vous réagi à l'unisson avec vos amis pour la dernière fois ?"

"Est-ce que votre famille prend toujours des décisions à l'unisson ?"

"Avez-vous déjà ressenti que votre cœur battait à l'unisson avec celui de quelqu'un d'autre ?"

일기 주제

Décrivez un moment où un grand groupe de personnes a agi à l'unisson. Qu'avez-vous ressenti ?

Est-il préférable de toujours être à l'unisson avec les autres ou de garder son individualité ?

Imaginez un monde où tout le monde pense à l'unisson. Serait-ce une utopie ou une dystopie ?

Écrivez sur une chanson qui fait vibrer tout le monde à l'unisson lors d'une fête.

Comment peut-on se mettre à l'unisson avec la nature dans une grande ville ?

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No, 'en unisson' is incorrect in French. You must always use the preposition 'à', resulting in 'à l'unisson'. This is a common mistake for English speakers because of the translation 'in unison'.

While it started in music, it is now used for any collective action—voting, shouting, reacting, or even thinking. It's very common in political news.

'Ensemble' just means 'together'. 'À l'unisson' means doing the exact same thing at the exact same time in perfect harmony. It's more specific and powerful.

It's the French 'u' [y]. Round your lips as if to say 'oo' but place your tongue as if to say 'ee'. It takes practice!

'Unisson' is a noun, but it is almost exclusively used in the adverbial phrase 'à l'unisson'.

Yes, absolutely. Two people can speak or act à l'unisson just as easily as a thousand people can.

It is neutral to formal. You can use it in a newspaper article or when talking to friends. It's never out of place.

No, the phrase 'à l'unisson' is fixed and does not change regardless of how many people you are talking about.

In French, a single 's' between two vowels is pronounced like a 'z'. To keep the 's' sound [s], you need the double 's'.

Yes, for example, 'Les cloches sonnent à l'unisson' (The bells ring in unison).

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