be in sync

[/bi ɪn sɪŋk/]
verb phrase
estar sincronizado(a); estar em sintonia
1. To be in agreement, harmony, or perfect coordination with someone or something
The dancers were in sync with the music throughout the entire performance.
Os dançarinos estavam sincronizados com a música durante toda a apresentação.
2. To have matching timing or to operate at the same pace or frequency
Our schedules need to be in sync so we can meet for lunch.
Nossos horários precisam estar sincronizados para nos encontrarmos para almoçar.
3. To share the same understanding, opinion, or perspective
The team is finally in sync about the project direction.
O time finalmente está em sintonia sobre a direção do projeto.
This phrase is widely used in contemporary English, especially in digital contexts, music, technology, and business settings. In Brazil, 'estar em sintonia' carries similar connotations of mutual understanding and harmony, often used in interpersonal and professional relationships. The tech-oriented term 'sincronizar' has become increasingly common with the rise of digital culture and devices.
NYC Slang
be vibing; be on the same wavelength
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be in harmonybe alignedbe coordinatedbe on the same pagebe synchronized
Antonyms / Antônimos
be out of syncbe misalignedbe in conflictbe at odds

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estar sincronizado(a); estar em sintonia
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
estar na mesma frequência
Colloquial variation meaning 'on the same wavelength'
São Paulo
estar alinhado(a)
Business and professional contexts
Portugal
estar sincronizado(a); estar em sintonia
Similar usage as in Brazil

Related Words

synchronizecoordinationtimingharmonyalignmentagreement

Related Idioms & Phrases

be on the same page
be on the same wavelength
have good chemistry
move in tandem
march to the beat of the same drum
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