Sinfonía (en. Symphony)

/sinfɔˈnia/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Complex musical composition that typically consists of several movements.
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony is a masterpiece.
La Novena Sinfonía de Beethoven es una obra maestra.
Set of organized sounds that produce harmony.
The symphony of nature is a gift to the ears.
La sinfonía de la naturaleza es un regalo para los oídos.
Chord or set of notes that are played simultaneously.
The final chord of the symphony resonated throughout the auditorium.
El acorde final de la sinfonía resonó en todo el auditorio.

Etymology

From the Greek 'symphonía', which means 'to sound together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Classical symphony
Musical movement in a traditional style.
sinfونية clásica
Symphony of great masters
Works of symphonies written by recognized composers.
sinfونية de grandes maestros
Symphony for orchestra
Composition designed specifically to be performed by an orchestra.
sinfونية para orquesta

Related Words

Orchestra
Group of musicians who play different instruments.
orquesta
Movement
Section within a symphony that has its own musical structure.
movimiento
Composer
Person who creates musical works.
compositor

Slang Meanings

Loud or chaotic symphony.
That party was a symphony; you couldn't talk.
Esa fiesta fue una sinfonía, no se podía hablar.
Situation of confusion or disorder.
What happened in the meeting was a symphony of errors.
Lo que pasó en la reunión fue una sinfonía de errores.