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duet

[duːˈɛt]

duet Definition

  • 1a performance by two people, especially singers, instrumentalists, or dancers
  • 2a musical composition for two performers

Using duet: Examples

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

  • Example

    The duet between the two singers was beautiful.

  • Example

    They performed a duet on the piano and violin.

  • Example

    The ballet featured a duet between the lead dancers.

duet Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for duet

Phrases with duet

  • to perform a song with another singer

    Example

    She sang a duet with her sister at the concert.

  • to perform a dance with another dancer

    Example

    The two ballerinas danced a duet in the second act.

  • play a duet

    to perform a musical piece with another musician

    Example

    They played a duet on the guitar and flute.

Origins of duet

from Italian 'duetto', diminutive of 'duo', meaning 'two'

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Summary: duet in Brief

A 'duet' [duːˈɛt] is a performance or musical composition for two people, such as singers, instrumentalists, or dancers. It can be a beautiful and harmonious pairing, as in 'The duet between the two singers was beautiful,' or a dynamic and energetic one, as in 'The ballet featured a duet between the lead dancers.' 'Duet' can also be used as a verb to describe performing together, as in 'They played a duet on the guitar and flute.'