Expressief
Example: De muzikant speelde expressief om emoties over te brengen.
Definition
"Expressief" describes the manner of performing music in a way that clearly conveys emotions and feelings, allowing the audience to connect deeply with the piece. It refers to playing or singing with noticeable emotional intensity and nuance.
Etymology
The word "expressief" comes from the Latin 'expressus,' meaning 'clearly expressed.' It entered Dutch influenced by French 'expressif,' reflecting the importance of emotional clarity in artistic performance. Did you know? The term highlights how musicians aim to 'express' emotions vividly through their art.
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"Expressief" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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