Pianissimo (Adjective)
Meaning
(chiefly a direction or description in music) very soft.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The pianissimo passage in the symphony was so quiet that it was almost inaudible to the audience.
- The singer's powerful voice was able to convey emotion even in the pianissimo portions of the song.
- In the pianissimo sections of the piano concerto, the soloist's fingers barely touched the keys.
- The conductor raised his hand, signaling the orchestra to play the next movement pianissimo.
- The pianissimo strains of the violin solo drifted through the concert hall, evoking a sense of serenity.