What is another word for thorough bass?
Pronunciation: [θˈʌɹə bˈe͡ɪs] (IPA) 
Thorough bass, also known as figured bass, is a musical notation used during the Baroque period to indicate the chords to be played by an accompanying keyboard instrument. There are several synonyms to refer to thorough bass, including basso continuo, continuo, and figured bass. Basso continuo translates to "continuous bass," highlighting the continuous nature of this type of accompaniment. Continuo, on the other hand, is a shortened version of basso continuo. Figured bass refers to the numbers or figures placed above or below the bass note to indicate the chords to be played. All these terms refer to the same musical concept that was integral to Baroque music.
