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counterpoint in Turkish

counterpoint in Turkish is kontrpuan — counterpoint means in music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.

counterpoint in Turkish

kontrpuan
noun
(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?

  1. noun In music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.
    "The fugue is a masterclass in counterpoint."
  2. 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 Turkish?

"counterpoint" in Turkish is kontrpuan. 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 Turkish, "counterpoint" is kontrpuan.

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