What is another word for sordino?
Pronunciation: [sɔːdˈiːnə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Sordino, also known as mutes or dampers, are used to reduce the volume and alter the tone of musical instruments. Interestingly, the word sordino has several synonyms, including mute, damper, con sordino, and mitral. Mutes are commonly used in instruments such as brass, woodwinds, and percussion instruments to produce a mellow sound. In stringed instruments, such as violins and cellos, they are called as 'dampers', which alter the sound by reducing the amplitude of the vibrations. Con sordino is used in Italian music, whereas mitral is used in French music. Regardless of what they are called, sordinos are essential accessories for musicians who desire different tonal colors and dynamics in their performances.
