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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuh n-tin-yoo-oh]
- /kənˈtɪn yuˌoʊ/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuh n-tin-yoo-oh]
- /kənˈtɪn yuˌoʊ/
Definitions of continuo word
- noun continuo a shortened form of basso continuo 3
- noun continuo (as modifier) 3
- noun continuo the thorough-bass part as played on a keyboard instrument, often supported by a cello, bassoon, etc 3
- noun continuo a continuous bass accompaniment, indicated by a shorthand method in notation, and played as on a harpsichord or organ, esp. in baroque music 3
- noun plural continuo a keyboard accompanying part consisting originally of a figured bass, which in modern scores is usually realized, and serving to provide or fill out the harmonic texture. 1
- noun continuo (in baroque music) an accompanying part that includes a bass line and harmonies, typically played on a keyboard instrument and with other instruments such as cello or bass viol. 1
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Origin of continuo
First appearance:
before 1715 One of the 49% newest English words
1715-25; < Italian: literally, continuous
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Parts of speech for Continuo
noun
adjective
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adverb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
continuo popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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