What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
septette
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The septette played a beautiful piece at the concert. [septette: noun]
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The composer wrote a septette for the chamber ensemble. [septette: noun]
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The septette of actors worked together on the play for months. [septette: noun]
septet
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The septet played a jazz tune at the club last night. [septet: noun]
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The composer wrote a beautiful septet for the string ensemble. [septet: noun]
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The septet of dancers performed a stunning routine at the competition. [septet: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Septet is more commonly used than septette in everyday language, especially in British English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between septette and septet?
Both septette and septet are relatively formal words that are commonly used in music-related contexts.
