What is another word for segno?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛɡnə͡ʊ] (IPA)

Segno is a musical symbol that indicates a return to a specific point of a piece of music. This symbol is used in sheet music to guide the performer to play a certain section again, marked by a similar symbol, the coda. Synonyms for segno include the Italian term "D.S." (dal segno), which means "from the sign," and the symbol itself, a stylized "S" with a vertical slash through it. Other alternatives for segno include the phrase "reprise" or "second time," which signify repeating a section of a song or play. These varied synonyms allow performers and musicians to communicate effectively, and follow the intent of the composer or arranger.

Synonyms for Segno:

What are the hypernyms for Segno?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Segno?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Segno

Et decina o centinaia o migliaia non si puote scrivere senza questo segno 0. la quale si chiama zeuero.
"The Hindu-Arabic Numerals"
David Eugene Smith Louis Charles Karpinski
La Vergine m'ha fatto della mano segno d'inginocchiarmi; pareva volermi dire, 'Bene!
"Walks in Rome"
Augustus J.C. Hare
Portava al braccio un cerchio d'oro, adorno Di ricche gemme, in testimonio e segno Del ben che 'l Conte Orlando le volea; E portato gran tempo ve l'avea.
"Stories from the Italian Poets: With Lives of the Writers, Vol. 2"
Leigh Hunt

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