調(ちょうわ)

ちょうわ
noun
harmony; balance; accord
1. harmony; balance; accord
A state where different elements work together pleasantly or effectively.
(いろ)調和(ちょうわ)(うつく)しい。
The harmony of colors is beautiful.
自然(しぜん)調和(ちょうわ)した生活(せいかつ)
A life in harmony with nature.
調和(ちょうわ)のとれたデザイン。
A well-balanced design.

調和(ちょうわ) describes pleasant agreement between different elements.

COMMON PATTERNS:

  • 調和(ちょうわ)する: to harmonize
  • 〜と調和(ちょうわ)する: to be in harmony with
  • 調和(ちょうわ)のとれた: harmonious, balanced
  • 調和(ちょうわ)(たも)つ: to maintain harmony

USED FOR:

  • Colors, sounds, design elements
  • Relationships between people/groups
  • Balance with nature/environment