sonata
Translation
sonata
Examples
He played a beautiful Beethoven sonata.
He played a beautiful Beethoven sonata.
The piano sonata has three movements.
The piano sonata has three movements.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) sonata a musical piece for a solo instrument She composed a beautiful sonata for the violin.
Similar Words
symphony, concerto, cantata
Etymology
From Italian 'sonata', meaning 'sounded', from 'sonare' (to sound).
Memory Tips
A sonata is often for a solo instrument. Think of 'solo' and 'sonata' sounding similar.