Accompaniment – 1. a musical part which supports or partners an instrument, voice, or group 2. something that goes well with or complements something else
(Pronounced uh-kuhm-puh-ni-muhnt)
To remember the definition of the word accompaniment, use the following mnemonic:
This was a company of musicians, which meant (accompaniment) you had to support each other. Each musician chooses someone who they work well with.
Examples of accompaniment in a sentence (1. a musical part which supports or partners an instrument, voice, or group)
She sang with piano accompaniment for the talent show.
He drummed on the desk as an accompaniment to his guitar.
The bagpipes where an unusual accompaniment to the sitar.
Examples of accompaniment in a sentence (2. something that goes well with or complements something else)
The wine he brought was a perfect accompaniment to the dinner.
He couldn't find a hat that worked as an accompaniment to his new outfit.
Orange and blue are excellent accompaniments to each other.
