Intermezzo

Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈmɛzoʊ/

Definitions of intermezzo

noun an intermediate performance or entertainment, as between the acts of a play

Example Sentences

A1 An intermezzo is a short piece of music played between acts of a play or opera.

A2 During the intermezzo, the actors changed costumes backstage.

B1 The intermezzo provided a brief break for the audience to relax and stretch their legs.

B2 The intermezzo featured a beautiful violin solo that captivated the audience.

C1 The intermezzo in the performance showcased the talent of the orchestra members.

C2 The intermezzo served as a transition between two intense scenes in the play.

Examples of intermezzo in a Sentence

formal The opera featured a beautiful intermezzo between acts.

informal We can grab a quick intermezzo before the main course.

slang Let's have an intermezzo break and chill for a bit.

figurative The peaceful walk in the garden served as an intermezzo in the hectic day.

Grammatical Forms of intermezzo

• past tense: intermezzos
• plural: intermezzos
• comparative: more intermezzo
• superlative: most intermezzo
• present tense: intermezzo
• future tense: will intermezzo
• perfect tense: have intermezzoed
• continuous tense: is intermezzoing
• singular: intermezzo
• positive degree: intermezzo
• infinitive: to intermezzo
• gerund: intermezzing
• participle: intermezzoed

Origin and Evolution of intermezzo

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Italian/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'intermezzo' originated from Italian, derived from the Latin word 'intermedium' meaning 'intermediate'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of music to refer to a short musical piece played between acts of a larger work, 'intermezzo' later evolved to also describe a short dramatic, musical, or dance performance inserted between the acts of a play or opera. In modern usage, 'intermezzo' can also refer to a brief interlude or diversion in any context.