counterpoint in Finnish
counterpoint in Finnish is kontrapunkti — counterpoint means in music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.
counterpoint in Finnish
kontrapunkti
(music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
What does "counterpoint" mean?
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noun In music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.
"The fugue is a masterclass in counterpoint."
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noun A contrasting idea or element that balances or complements another.
"Her sharp wit provided a nice counterpoint to his seriousness."
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counterpoint in a sentence
- The fugue is a masterclass in counterpoint.
- Her sharp wit provided a nice counterpoint to his seriousness.
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What is "counterpoint" in Finnish?
"counterpoint" in Finnish is kontrapunkti. counterpoint means: In music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.
How do you use "counterpoint" in a sentence?
Example: "The fugue is a masterclass in counterpoint." In Finnish, "counterpoint" is kontrapunkti.
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