mezzo

[ˈmɛtsoʊ]

mezzo Definition

• 1. a musical term meaning 'moderately' or 'half'
• 2. a voice or instrument that has a range between soprano and alto for females, or tenor and bass for males

Using mezzo: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mezzo" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The tempo of the piece is marked as mezzo forte.

• Example

  She has a mezzo-soprano voice.

• Example

  The mezzo range on the piano is between the bass and treble clefs.

mezzo Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mezzo

• moderately
• half
• intermediate
• middle

Phrases with mezzo

• mezzo piano

  a dynamic marking indicating that the music should be played moderately softly

  Example

  The pianist played the mezzo piano section with great delicacy.

• mezzo forte

  a dynamic marking indicating that the music should be played moderately loudly

  Example

  The orchestra played the mezzo forte section with great energy.

• mezzo-soprano

  a female singing voice that has a range between soprano and alto

  Example

  She auditioned for the role of Carmen, which requires a mezzo-soprano voice.

Origins of mezzo

from Italian 'mezzo', meaning 'half'

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Summary: mezzo in Brief

The term 'mezzo' [ˈmɛtsoʊ] is a musical term meaning 'moderately' or 'half', used to indicate dynamics or tempo. It also refers to a voice or instrument that has a range between soprano and alto for females, or tenor and bass for males, such as a mezzo-soprano voice. Phrases like 'mezzo piano' and 'mezzo forte' denote moderate loudness in music.