IPA: //səʊstəˈnjuːtəʊ//
KK: /sos-tə-ˈnü-tō/
adjective
Definition: Describing a musical note that is held or sustained for its full duration or longer than usual.
Example: The pianist played the piece with a sostenuto touch, allowing the notes to linger beautifully.
adverb
Definition: In music, this term means to hold a note for its full duration or longer than usual.
Example: The pianist played the melody sostenuto, allowing each note to resonate beautifully.
noun
Definition: A musical term referring to a passage or movement where the notes are held or prolonged for an extended duration.
Example: The pianist played the sostenuto section with great emotion, allowing each note to resonate.