word
Italian
Crescendo
kreh-SHEN-doh
/krɪˈʃɛndoʊ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Crescendo
Dictionary meaning
A gradual increase in loudness; colloquially, a peak or climax.
History and origin
Italian
Examples
- The piece built to a thrilling crescendo before the final cadence.
Common mispronunciations
kreh-SEN-dohKRESH-en-doh
Pronunciation tips
Three syllables. Stress on second syllable. The 'sc' in Italian sounds like English 'sh'.
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