Meaning of the word pianoforte in English
What does pianoforte mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pianoforte
US /ˌpiː.ə.noʊˈfɔːr.teɪ/
UK /ˌpiː.ə.nəʊˈfɔː.teɪ/
Noun
a musical instrument played by striking keys that cause hammers to strike strings, producing sounds that can be varied in loudness
Example:
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She practiced her scales on the pianoforte for hours.
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The composer wrote a beautiful sonata for pianoforte.