accompaniment

• Sustantivo que designa aquello que se añade a otra cosa para completarla, mejorarla o apoyarla, como la parte musical que acompaña a una melodía o la guarnición que complementa el plato principal.

A noun referring to something that is added to another thing to complete, enhance, or support it, such as a musical part that supports a melody or a side dish that complements a main course.

1. Concurrent event or situationB2formal

   An event or situation that occurs at the same time as or in connection with another.

   Acompañamiento (evento concurrente)

   • The thunderstorm was a dramatic accompaniment to the play.
   • The music served as a fitting accompaniment to the fireworks display.
   • Economic growth was a welcome accompaniment to the new policies.

   Sinónimosaccessoryadjunctattendantcompanionconcomitantcorollary

2. Musical supportB1formal

   A musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts.

   Acompañamiento musical

   • The pianist provided a beautiful accompaniment to the singer.
   • The guitar accompaniment was simple but effective.
   • She sang the melody while the orchestra played the accompaniment.

   Sinónimosbackgroundbackupsupport

3. Complementary additionB2formal

   Something added to complete, embellish, or make perfect.

   Complemento o acompañamiento

   • The sauce was the perfect accompaniment to the grilled fish.
   • A glass of wine is a classic accompaniment to a cheese board.
   • The garnish served as a colorful accompaniment to the main dish.

   Sinónimosaccessoryadd-onadditionadjunctcomplementenhancementextragarnishsupplementtrimming

4. C1formal

   The act of accompanying someone or something in order to protect them.

   acompañamiento

   • The security guard provided an accompaniment for the VIP through the crowd.
   • The diplomat traveled with a military accompaniment for safety.
   • The child was given a police accompaniment to the hospital.

   Sinónimosconvoyescort