be attuned to — to be aware of, sensitive to, and able to respond appropriately to something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: to be aware of, sensitive to, and able to respond appropriately to something
Pronunciation (IPA): /biː əˈtuːnd tuː/
Example Sentences
- My dog is so attuned to my mood that he starts dancing whenever I'm happy.
- After years of marriage, they became deeply attuned to each other's thoughts.
- My cat is so attuned to the sound of the fridge opening that she teleports into the kitchen instantly.
be attuned to
ADJECTIVE[/biː əˈtuːnd tuː/]
to be aware of, sensitive to, and able to respond appropriately to something
A wildlife guide is attuned to every rustle and birdcall in the forest.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From 'attune', combining the prefix 'at-' (to) with 'tune' (from Old French 'ton', from Latin 'tonus' meaning sound or tone), literally meaning 'to bring into harmony or tune with'.
Breakdown
at- (toward, to) + tune (harmonious sound) + -ed (adjective suffix, indicating a state)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog is so attuned to my mood that he starts dancing whenever I'm happy.”
“After years of marriage, they became deeply attuned to each other's thoughts.”
“My cat is so attuned to the sound of the fridge opening that she teleports into the kitchen instantly.”
“Successful leaders are attuned to the concerns of their team members.”
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