presto
1 synonym and 1 antonym for presto, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — A musical direction meaning very fast; also used to mean something happens suddenly, as if by magic.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adv
A musical direction meaning very fast; also used to mean something happens suddenly, as if by magic.
“The pianist raced through the final movement, marked presto.”
Opposites
2. intj
Said by a magician at the moment a trick is revealed, like "ta-da".
“The magician waved his wand and said, "Presto!" as the rabbit appeared.”
How to use presto
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
presto chango
and presto
Etymology
From Italian presto, "quickly."
Full origin of presto →Frequently asked questions
What does “presto” mean?
The word “presto” means a musical direction meaning very fast; also used to mean something happens suddenly, as if by magic. In plain terms, a flashy way of saying "suddenly" or "just like that", borrowed from magicians and musicians.
How do you pronounce “presto”?
“Presto” is pronounced PREHS-toh (/ˈpɹɛstoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “presto” in a sentence?
Here is “presto” used in a sentence: “The pianist raced through the final movement, marked presto.”
What part of speech is “presto”?
Depending on how it is used, “presto” can be an adverb and an intj.
Where does the word “presto” come from?
The word “presto” comes from Italian. From Italian presto, "quickly.".
How many meanings does “presto” have?
“Presto” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a musical direction meaning very fast; also used to mean something happens suddenly, as if by magic.
