Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fortissimo
adverb / adjective
/fɔːrˈtɪsɪmoʊ/
Definition
Very loud or strong in music, typically marked with ‘ff’ in sheet music.
Examples
- The orchestra played the climax of the symphony fortissimo, filling the hall with sound.
- In the music score, the conductor raised his hands to signal the musicians to play fortissimo.
Meaning
The term ‘fortissimo’ indicates that a passage should be played with great volume and intensity.
Synonyms
- loud
- powerful
- boisterous
- thunderous
