Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sordini
Noun
/sɔːrˈdiːni/

Definition
A term used in music to indicate a muted or softened sound.

Examples
- The composer wrote the piece with several sections marked sordini to add a gentle ambiance.
- In the final movement of the symphony, the orchestra played with sordini to evoke a feeling of intimacy.

Meaning
Sordini refers to an instruction for musicians to play notes with a muted effect, creating a quieter or more subdued tone in music.

Synonyms
- Muted
- Softened
- Dampened