Duet

/djuˈɛt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A performance by two people, typically involving singing or playing musical instruments.

The concert featured a beautiful duet between the soprano and the tenor.

A composition intended to be performed by two musicians.

They are practicing a famous duet from Mozart's operas.

Any work or activity done by two people together.

The dance recital concluded with a stunning duet that showcased their synergy.

From Italian 'duetto', diminutive of 'due' meaning 'two'.

musical duet

A duet specifically involving singing or playing instruments together.

dance duet

A performance involving two dancers.

duet performance

A collaborative performance by two individuals.

duo

A group of two people or things, especially in music.

trio

A group of three people or things, especially in music.

quartet

A group of four people or things, especially in music.

Dynamic duo

The two famous rappers are considered a dynamic duo in the industry.

Partner in crime

They're always together, they're like a duet, my partner in crime.