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cantabile

UK
/kænˈtɑːbɪleɪ/
US
/kænˈtɑːbɪleɪ/

Translations

cantabilenoun
cantabiles
pl
Musical term for a passage or style marked to be played cantabile.
cantabileadjective
more cantabile
Comp.
most cantabile
Super.
UK
/kænˈtɑːbɪleɪ/
US
/kænˈtɑːbɪleɪ/
The piece was played in a cantabile style, emphasizing the melody.
Произведение было исполнено в стиле кантабиле, подчеркивая мелодию.
Synonyms
harmonious
tuneful
lyrical
singable
melodic
cantabileadverb
UK
/kænˈtɑː.bɪ.leɪ/
US
/kænˈtɑː.bə.leɪ/
Used chiefly as a musical direction meaning "in a singing style".

Definitions

cantabilenoun
A passage or style of music that is to be performed in a smooth, songlike manner.
The cantabile in the second movement showcases the cello's lyrical qualities.
cantabileadjective
Smooth and flowing in style; songlike, especially of a musical passage or performance.
The violinist's cantabile line created a lyrical, expressive mood.
cantabileadverb
In a smooth, flowing, songlike manner (as a musical direction).
Play the melody cantabile to emphasize its lyrical character.
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