Cantabile

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /kænˈtɑːbɪle/

Definitions of cantabile

adjective relating to or suitable for singing or music

Example Sentences

A1 She played the cantabile melody beautifully on the piano.

A2 The singer performed the cantabile section of the song with great emotion.

B1 The orchestra played the cantabile passage with a smooth and lyrical quality.

B2 The cantabile section of the concerto requires a delicate touch and control.

C1 The cantabile lines in the opera were executed with precision and grace.

C2 His cantabile phrasing in the sonata was praised by music critics for its depth and expression.

adverb in a singing or musical style

Example Sentences

A1 She sang cantabile during the performance.

A2 The pianist played the piece cantabile, with a smooth and lyrical style.

B1 The violinist performed the concerto cantabile, showcasing their technical skill and emotional depth.

B2 The opera singer delivered the aria cantabile, enchanting the audience with her beautiful voice.

C1 The conductor guided the orchestra through the symphony cantabile, emphasizing the graceful melodies.

C2 The chamber ensemble performed the sonata cantabile, demonstrating their exceptional musicianship and cohesion.

Examples of cantabile in a Sentence

formal The pianist played the piece with a beautiful cantabile style.

informal She sang the song in a cantabile manner that brought tears to my eyes.

slang I love how he can make his guitar sound so cantabile.

figurative The flow of the river had a cantabile quality, moving smoothly and gracefully.

Grammatical Forms of cantabile

past tense

canted

plural

cantabiles

comparative

more cantabile

superlative

most cantabile

present tense

canta

future tense

will cantabile

perfect tense

have cantabile

continuous tense

is cantabile

singular

cantabile

positive degree

cantabile

infinitive

to cantabile

gerund

cantabiling

participle

cantabiled

Origin and Evolution of cantabile

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Italian/Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'cantabile' originated from Italian, derived from the Latin word 'cantabilis' meaning 'that can be sung'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in music to indicate a singing or melodious style of playing, 'cantabile' has evolved to also describe a smooth and lyrical quality in various art forms beyond just music.