What is another word for figured bass?
Pronunciation: [fˈɪɡəd bˈe͡ɪs] (IPA) 
Figured bass is a term used in music theory to describe a system of musical shorthand notation that indicates the harmony and chords played by a performer. There are several synonyms for this term, including thoroughbass, basso continuo, and continuo. Thoroughbass and basso continuo both refer to the same concept as figured bass, while continuo describes the group of instruments that typically play this part, such as the harpsichord, lute, or organ. Regardless of the term used, figured bass notation is a crucial aspect of music composition and performance, allowing musicians to improvise and add ornamentation to a piece of music while maintaining the harmonic structure.
