Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
assai
adverb
/əˈsaɪ/
Definition
A term used in music that means ‘very’ or ‘extremely’.
Examples
- The piece should be played allegro assai to convey a lively and spirited feeling.
- In the performance, the conductor emphasized the dynamics of the forte assai section, bringing out the richness of the orchestra.
Meaning
Assai is often used as an indication of the intensity or degree of a musical passage, typically seen in tempo markings.
Synonyms
- very
- extremely
- exceedingly
