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Arpeggio: meaning, definitions and examples

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arpeggio

 

[ ษ‘หrหˆpษ›dส’ioสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music technique

An arpeggio is a type of musical technique where the notes of a chord are played in succession, rather than simultaneously. This creates a flowing sound that can add a dynamic quality to music. Arpeggios are commonly used in various genres, including classical and contemporary music.

Synonyms

broken chord, chord progression, sequential notes

Examples of usage

  • The guitarist played an arpeggio to open the song.
  • She practiced her scales and arpeggios for the piano competition.
  • The piece features intricate arpeggios throughout.
  • Arpeggios can enhance the emotional impact of a melody.

Translations

Translations of the word "arpeggio" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arpejo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฐเฅเคชเฅ‡เคœเคผเคฟเคฏเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ะฟะตะดะถั–ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒซใƒšใ‚ธใ‚ช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arpegio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๋ฅดํŽ˜์ง€์˜ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุฑุจูŠุฌูŠูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ถ้Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฟะตะดะถะธะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒžแƒ”แƒฏแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arpeggio

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arpegio

Etymology

The term 'arpeggio' comes from the Italian word 'arpeggiare', which means 'to play on a harp.' The construction of the word is rooted in 'arpa,' meaning 'harp' in Italian. Historically, the harp is one of the oldest stringed instruments, and the technique of playing single notes in a sequence rather than strumming chords is a characteristic feature of harp music. The concept of arpeggios has been present in Western music since the Renaissance period, expanding through various musical developments. Composers like Johann Sebastian Bach and later Romantic composers incorporated arpeggios into their works, solidifying their significance in musical composition. Today, arpeggios are a fundamental element of music theory and are used across different styles, highlighting their enduring appeal and versatility.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,499, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.