How to Pronounce Tremolo

To pronounce "tremolo", say TREM-ol-o — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

TREM-ol-o

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💡 Tip for remembering “tremolo”

"tremolo" has 3 syllables: trem-ol-o.

What does tremolo mean?

noun

  1. A rapid repetition of the same note, or an alternation between two or more notes. It can also be intended to mean a rapid and repetitive variation in pitch for the duration of a note. It is notated by a strong diagonal bar across the note stem, or a detached bar for a set of notes (or stemless notes).
  2. A variation in the volume of a note or a chord, evoking a tremor or quiver.

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How many syllables are in "tremolo"?▾

"Tremolo" has 3 syllables: trem · ol · o.

What does "tremolo" mean?▾

Tremolo: A rapid repetition of the same note, or an alternation between two or more notes. It can also be intended to mean a rapid and repetitive variation in pitch for the duration of a note. It is notated by a strong diagonal bar across the note stem, or a detached bar for a set of notes (or stemless notes).

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