word
Italian
Diminuendo
dih-min-yoo-EN-doh
/dɪˌmɪnjʊˈɛndoʊ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Diminuendo
Dictionary meaning
A gradual decrease in loudness; also written 'decrescendo'.
History and origin
Italian
Examples
- The strings faded in a long diminuendo to end the movement.
Pronunciation tips
Five syllables. Stress on fourth syllable.
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