Bis

/bɪs/ adverb

Definition

twice; used in music to indicate repetition or as a call for encore

Etymology

Latin bis meaning 'twice', from bi- (two) + -s (adverbial suffix)

Kelly Says

In classical music, audiences shout 'bis!' instead of 'encore!' - it literally means 'twice' in Latin, asking performers to do it again.

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