word
Italian
Arpeggio
ar-PEJ-ee-oh
/ɑːrˈpɛdʒioʊ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Arpeggio
Dictionary meaning
Playing the notes of a chord in rapid succession rather than simultaneously.
History and origin
Italian
Examples
- The pianist opened with a sweeping arpeggio spanning three octaves.
Common mispronunciations
ar-PEE-jee-oh
Pronunciation tips
Four syllables. Stress on second syllable. The 'ggi' sounds like English 'j'.
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