Accordatura

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /əˌkɔrdəˈtjʊrə/

Definitions of accordatura

noun a term used in music to refer to the tuning of a stringed instrument

Example Sentences

A1 Accordatura is the Italian word for tuning a musical instrument.

A2 Learning how to do accordatura on a guitar is essential for playing in tune.

B1 The musician spent hours perfecting the accordatura of her violin before the performance.

B2 Proper accordatura is crucial for achieving a balanced and harmonious sound in an ensemble.

C1 The luthier meticulously adjusted the accordatura of the cello to ensure its optimal performance.

C2 His expertise in accordatura allowed him to fine-tune the piano to concert-level precision.

Examples of accordatura in a Sentence

formal The musician carefully adjusted the accordatura of his guitar before the concert.

informal I always forget to check the accordatura on my guitar before playing.

slang Dude, your guitar sounds off. Did you do the accordatura?

figurative In life, we sometimes need to tune our 'accordatura' to be in harmony with our surroundings.

Grammatical Forms of accordatura

plural

accordature

comparative

more accordatura

superlative

most accordatura

present tense

accordatura

future tense

will accordatura

perfect tense

has accordatura

continuous tense

is accordatura

singular

accordatura

positive degree

accordatura

infinitive

to accordatura

gerund

accordaturing

participle

accordaturating

Origin and Evolution of accordatura

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Italian
Story behind the word: The word 'accordatura' originated from Italian.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of tuning musical instruments, 'accordatura' has evolved to also refer to the specific tuning of stringed instruments such as guitars and violins.