sonata
What is another word for sonata? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A piece of instrumental music, often for piano or piano with one other instrument, written in several contrasting movements.
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How to use sonata
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
piano sonata
violin sonata
compose a sonata
Etymology
From Italian sonata, "something played" (as opposed to a cantata, "something sung"), from sonare, "to sound" — ultimately from Latin sonare.
Full origin of sonata →Frequently asked questions
What does “sonata” mean?
The word “sonata” means a piece of instrumental music, often for piano or piano with one other instrument, written in several contrasting movements. In plain terms, a classical music piece, usually for one or two instruments, split into several movements.
How do you pronounce “sonata”?
“Sonata” is pronounced suh-NAH-tuh (/səˈnɑːtə/ in IPA).
How do you use “sonata” in a sentence?
Here is “sonata” used in a sentence: “She performed a Beethoven piano sonata at the recital.”
What part of speech is “sonata”?
“Sonata” is a noun.
Where does the word “sonata” come from?
The word “sonata” comes from Latin. From Italian sonata, "something played" (as opposed to a cantata, "something sung"), from sonare, "to sound" — ultimately from Latin sonare.
Is “sonata” a common word?
“Sonata” is an uncommon word in modern English.
