word
Italian
Coda
KOH-dah
/ˈkoʊdə/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Coda
Dictionary meaning
A final passage bringing a musical composition to a close.
History and origin
Italian
Examples
- The symphony ends with a magnificent coda lasting nearly two minutes.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on first syllable. Italian for 'tail'.
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