Legato
Pronunciation: /ləˈɡɑːˌtoʊ/
Legato (adverb)
- In music, playing notes smoothly without breaks between them.
Examples
- The pianist played the passage legato, creating a flowing sound.
- She sang the melody legato, ensuring each note was connected.
Common collocations: play legato, sing legato, legato style, legato phrasing
Legato (adjective)
- Describing music played in a smooth, connected way.
Examples
- The legato style of the piece was calming and serene.
- Her legato phrasing added elegance to the performance.