Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fa

musical note
/fɑː/
Definition
The fourth note of the diatonic scale in solfège, represented by the syllable ‘fa’.
Examples
  • In the song ‘Do-Re-Mi’, ‘fa’ follows ‘mi’ and precedes ‘sol’.
  • She practiced singing ‘fa’ to improve her vocal range.
Meaning
In Western music, ‘fa’ is a key note in the musical scale, specifically the fourth note, which plays an important role in melody and harmony.
Synonyms
  • F
  • 4th note