euphonious
UK: juːˈfəʊniəs | US: juːˈfoʊniəs
adj. pleasing or sweet in sound; harmonious
The word "euphonious" originates from Greek, combining "eu-" (meaning "good" or "well") and "-phon-" (meaning "sound"). The suffix "-ious" turns it into an adjective. Historically, "euphony" referred to pleasant sounds in speech or music, and "euphonious" evolved to describe anything melodious or harmonious. The morphemes reflect a direct Greek-to-English transition, preserving the original structure.
The singer's euphonious voice captivated the audience.
The wind chimes created a euphonious melody in the garden.
His speech was so euphonious that it felt like poetry.
The orchestra produced a euphonious blend of instruments.
She preferred euphonious names for her children, like "Serena" and "Liam."