How to Pronounce Adagio

To pronounce "adagio", say AD-ag-io — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

AD-ag-io

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💡 Tip for remembering “adagio”

"adagio" has 3 syllables: ad-ag-io. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does adagio mean?

noun

  1. A tempo mark directing that a passage is to be played rather slowly, leisurely and gracefully.
  2. A passage having this mark.

adjective

  1. Describing a passage having this mark.

adverb

  1. Played rather slowly.

Words that rhyme with adagio

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adagio"?▾

"Adagio" has 3 syllables: ad · ag · io.

What does "adagio" mean?▾

Adagio: A tempo mark directing that a passage is to be played rather slowly, leisurely and gracefully.

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