duet
12 synonyms for duet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece of music performed by two singers or instrumentalists.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use duet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sing a duet
a piano duet
duet with someone
Etymology
From Italian duetto, a diminutive of due, "two."
Full origin of duet →Frequently asked questions
What does “duet” mean?
The word “duet” means a piece of music performed by two singers or instrumentalists. In plain terms, a song or piece of music for exactly two performers, or the act of performing one together.
How do you pronounce “duet”?
“Duet” is pronounced dyoo-EHT (/djuˈɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “duet” in a sentence?
Here is “duet” used in a sentence: “The two sopranos sang a duet from the second act.”
What is another word for “duet”?
Words with a similar meaning to “duet” include pair and twosome.
What part of speech is “duet”?
Depending on how it is used, “duet” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “duet” come from?
The word “duet” comes from Italian. From Italian duetto, a diminutive of due, "two.".
Is “duet” a common word?
“Duet” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “duet” have?
“Duet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of music performed by two singers or instrumentalists.
