word
Italian
Vibrato
vih-BRAH-toh
/vɪˈbrɑːtoʊ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Vibrato
Dictionary meaning
A slight, rapid variation in pitch used to enrich or intensify sound.
History and origin
Italian
Examples
- Her warm vibrato filled the concert hall during the aria.
Pronunciation tips
Three syllables. Stress on second syllable.
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