171 Synonyms for Staccato: spiccato

Q: What does staccato mean?

(n): an articulation marking directing that a note or passage of notes are to be played in an abruptly disconnected manner, with each note sounding for a very short duration, and a short break lasting

staccato (171 synonym found)

Staccato has 171 synonyms. The top synonyms for staccato are spiccato, pizzicato, legato, piano, pianissimo, stuttering, pulsation, quaver and 163 more. Another word for staccato is spiccato. Browse the full list below.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a synonym for staccato?

A common synonym for staccato is spiccato. Other synonyms include pizzicato, legato, piano, pianissimo.

How many synonyms does staccato have?

Staccato has 171 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does staccato mean?

Definition of staccato:

(n) : an articulation marking directing that a note or passage of notes are to be played in an abruptly disconnected manner, with each note sounding for a very short duration, and a short break lasting until the sounding of the next note; as opposed to legato. Staccato is indicated by a dot directly above or below the notehead; a passage having this mark

(v) : played in this style

"now, play the same passage very staccato."

(adj) : describing a passage having this mark

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