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Topic: Music

stereo

IPA: /ˈstɛr.i.oʊ/

KK: /ˈstɛrɪoʊ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to sound that is produced by two or more speakers to create a sense of depth and direction.

Example: The stereo sound system made the music feel more immersive.

noun

Definition: A system that plays sound through multiple speakers to create a more realistic audio experience.

Example: I love listening to music on my stereo because it sounds amazing.

stereophonic

IPA: /ˌstɛrɪəˈfɒnɪk/

KK: /stɛrɪəˈfɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a sound system that uses multiple channels to create a more realistic sound experience.

Example: The concert was amazing because it was played in stereophonic sound.

stereophony

IPA: //ˌstɛrɪˈoʊfəni//

KK: /stɛrɪˈoʊfəni/

noun

Definition: The process of producing sound that comes from multiple directions, creating a more realistic audio experience.

Example: The concert was amazing because the stereophony made the music feel like it was surrounding us.

stoccado

IPA: //stəˈkɑːdoʊ//

KK: /stɑˈkɑːdoʊ/

noun

Definition: A quick stab or thrust made with a sword, especially a rapier.

Example: The fencer executed a precise stoccado to score a point against his opponent.

strathspey

IPA: //stræθˈspeɪ//

KK: /stræθˈspeɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of Scottish dance that is slower than a reel, typically performed by two dancers, along with the music that accompanies this dance.

Example: The couple performed a beautiful strathspey at the Scottish festival.

stretto

IPA: //ˈstrɛtoʊ//

KK: /ˈstrɛtoʊ/

noun

Definition: In music, a term that refers to a section where musical phrases overlap or are played in quick succession, often creating a climactic effect, especially in a fugue or final section of a piece.

Example: The composer used a stretto in the final movement to heighten the excitement of the performance.

striking

IPA: /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that catches your attention because it is very noticeable or impressive.

Example: The painting had a striking use of color that drew everyone in.

stringed

IPA: /strɪŋd/

KK: /strɪŋd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or having strings, often used to describe musical instruments that produce sound through vibrating strings.

Example: The orchestra played a beautiful piece featuring stringed instruments like violins and cellos.

stringendo

IPA: /strɪnˈdʒɛndoʊ/

KK: /strɪnˈdʒɛndoʊ/

adjective

Definition: A term used in music to indicate that the tempo should gradually increase.

Example: The conductor signaled the orchestra to play the piece with a stringendo effect, building excitement as the music progressed.

adverb

Definition: In music, it means to gradually increase the speed or tempo of a piece, often leading to a climax.

Example: The conductor signaled the orchestra to play stringendo as they approached the final crescendo.

stringing

IPA: /ˈstrɪŋɪŋ/

KK: /ˈstrɪŋɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A type of material or lines used to connect or hold things together, often found in items like musical instruments or sports equipment.

Example: The stringing of the tennis racket improved its performance on the court.

verb

Definition: The action of putting things together in a line or series, often using a thin material like thread or wire.

Example: She is stringing beads to make a necklace.

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