Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minim
noun
/ˈmɪn.ɪm/
Definition
A note in music that has a duration of two beats.
Examples
- The composer used a minim to create a slow and flowing melody.
- In the piece, each minim is followed by a rest for added silence.
- The minim is an essential note in many classical compositions.
Meaning
In terms of musical notation, a minim is a type of note that is held for two beats in common time. It is represented by a hollow oval note head with a stem.
Synonyms
- half note
- 2-beat note
