fortepiano en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌfɔːteɪ.piˈænoʊ/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˌfoɹ.teɪ.piˈænoʊ/ (General-American)
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Etymology
From Italian fortepiano, from forte (“loud”) + piano (“soft”).
Meanings
- A keyboard instrument; the smaller, quieter precursor to the pianoforte.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| fortepianoes | Number=Plur | archaic, rare | lexicographic |
| fortepianos | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (1)
de Hammerklavier (Translations)