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    Sonate (en. Sonata)

    /so.nat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An instrumental composition structured in several parts.
    Mozart's sonata is famous for its melody.
    La sonate de Mozart est célèbre pour sa mélodie.
    Generally composed for a solo instrument accompanied, or for two instruments.
    He played a sonata for piano and violin.
    Il a joué une sonate pour piano et violon.
    A popular musical genre during the classical period.
    Beethoven's sonatas are masterpieces.
    Les sonates de Beethoven sont des chefs-d'œuvre.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'sonata', which means 'sounded' or 'played'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sonata in A major
    A specific type of sonata written in the key of A major.
    sonate en la majeur
    rotation sonata
    A concept in music related to the form or structure of the sonata.
    sonate de rotation

    Related Words

    symphony
    Musical work for orchestra, typically in multiple movements.
    symphonie
    concerto
    Musical composition for one or more solo instruments and orchestra.
    concerto
    song
    Musical composition typically sung, often short.
    chanson

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to refer to something harmonious.
    This project really sounded like a sonata.
    Ce projet a vraiment sonné comme une sonate.
    Can refer to a melodious or pleasant situation.
    It was a sonata day, everything was perfect.
    C'était une journée sonate, tout était parfait.