Transposing: meaning, definitions and examples
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transposing
[ trænˈspōzɪŋ ]
mathematics, music
Transposing refers to the act of changing the position or order of elements. In mathematics, it often pertains to altering the rows and columns of a matrix. In music, it involves changing the key of a piece of music to accommodate different vocal ranges or instruments.
Synonyms
altering, changing, modifying.
Examples of usage
- She is transposing the song to a higher key for the performance.
- The mathematician is transposing the matrix to facilitate calculations.
- He enjoys transposing classical pieces into modern arrangements.
Translations
Translations of the word "transposing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 transposição
🇮🇳 स्थानांतरण
🇩🇪 Transponierung
🇮🇩 transposisi
🇺🇦 транспонування
🇵🇱 transpozycja
🇯🇵 転置
🇫🇷 transposition
🇪🇸 transposición
🇹🇷 transpoze
🇰🇷 전치
🇸🇦 التحويل
🇨🇿 transpozice
🇸🇰 transpozícia
🇨🇳 转置
🇸🇮 transpozicija
🇮🇸 færslur
🇰🇿 ауыстыру
🇬🇪 ტრანსპოზიცია
🇦🇿 transpozisiya
🇲🇽 transposición
Etymology
The term 'transpose' comes from the Latin word 'transponere', which means 'to place across' or 'to change position'. The prefix 'trans-' means 'across' or 'beyond', while 'ponere' means 'to place'. The term has been in use since the late 14th century, originally in the context of mathematics and later adopted into music terminology. Over the centuries, it has maintained its core meaning of changing the arrangement or order of components, whether it be numbers in a matrix or notes in a musical score.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,746, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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