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duet

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Noun — A piece of music performed by two singers or instrumentalists.

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How to use duet

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sing a duet a piano duet duet with someone

Etymology

From Italian duetto, a diminutive of due, "two."

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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.

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