Expressief
Example: De expressieve muziek raakte iedereen diep tijdens het concert.
Definition
"Expressief" describes music that effectively conveys strong emotions or feelings, often making a powerful impact on listeners. It refers to a style or quality of music that is deeply emotional, vivid, and capable of touching the audience profoundly.
Etymology
The word "expressief" comes from the Dutch adaptation of the French word 'expressif,' which itself derives from the Latin 'expressus,' meaning 'to press out' or 'to express.' Did you know? The root emphasizes the idea of conveying or communicating feelings clearly, which perfectly fits the musical context where emotions are 'pressed out' through sound.
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"Expressief" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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