Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
enharmonic
adjective
/ˌen.hɑːrˈmɒn.ɪk/
Definition
Referring to notes that sound the same but are written differently in musical notation.
Examples
- The enharmonic equivalents of G♯ include A♭.
- In enharmonic scales, each note can be represented by multiple names.
Meaning
In music, enharmonic refers to two different names for the same pitch, such as C♯ (C sharp) and D♭ (D flat).
Synonyms
- Equivalent
- Altered
