Pronunciation: /stəˈkɑːtoʊ/
noun a style of playing music characterized by short, disconnected notes
A1 I like the sound of staccato notes in music.
A2 She played the piano with a staccato rhythm.
B1 The staccato of the typewriter filled the room.
B2 The conductor emphasized the staccato in the musical piece.
C1 The staccato of the machine gun echoed through the battlefield.
C2 Her staccato speech pattern made it difficult to understand her.
adverb in a staccato manner
A1 She spoke in a staccato manner, with short and sharp sentences.
A2 The music was played in a staccato style, with quick and detached notes.
B1 The teacher's instructions were given in a staccato rhythm, making it easy for students to follow.
B2 The comedian's delivery was staccato, with each punchline delivered with precision and timing.
C1 The conductor directed the orchestra with staccato movements, emphasizing the importance of each note.
C2 The author's writing style is known for its staccato pacing, creating a sense of urgency and tension in the narrative.
formal The pianist played the staccato notes with precision and clarity.
informal She tapped out the staccato rhythm on the table with her fingers.
slang The rapper's flow was so staccato, it was hard to keep up with the lyrics.
figurative The staccato bursts of laughter filled the room with joy.
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