So (Noun)
Meaning
The syllable naming the fifth (dominant) note of any musical scale in solmization.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The scale was sung using the syllables do, re, mi, fa, so, la, ti.
- She was asked to sing the so note in the major scale.
- The teacher instructed the students to sing the do, re, mi, fa, so, la, ti syllables in order.
- The musician's voice cracked on the high so note.
- The choir sang the so note in perfect harmony.