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staccato Definition and Meaning in English (staccato definition)

adjective
Synonyms:detacheddisconnectedabrupt
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Staccato definition: Describing a series of sounds or notes that are sharply detached or separated from the others.

Definitions of Staccato

  1. 1adjective(formal)

    Describing a series of sounds or notes that are sharply detached or separated from the others.

  2. 2adverb(formal)

    Performed with each note sharply detached or separated from the others.

  3. 3noun(formal)

    A musical passage or note performed in a staccato manner.

Example Sentences

musical

“The violinist played the difficult passage with a precise staccato.”

general

“Her staccato laughter filled the quiet room, startling everyone.”

musical

“The conductor emphasized the staccato rhythm in the symphony.”

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pluralstaccatos
adjectivestaccato-like

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Staccato definition: Describing a series of sounds or notes that are sharply detached or separated from the others.
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'Staccato' translates to 'staccato' in English. Staccato definition: Describing a series of sounds or notes that are sharply detached or separated from the others.
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