Appoggiature

/əˌpɔ.dʒə.ˈtur.eɪ/ noun

Definition

An alternative plural or singular form of appoggiatura; a musical ornament consisting of a grace note played before the main note.

Etymology

An Italian plural form of 'appoggiatura,' sometimes used in English musical terminology alongside the anglicized plural 'appoggiaturas.'

Kelly Says

This Italian plural form shows how music terminology in English preserves Italian forms—if you study music at a high level, you'll encounter both 'appoggiature' and 'appoggiaturas' used somewhat interchangeably.

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