Expressief
Example: De pianist speelde expressief om de emoties over te brengen.
Definition
"Expressief" is an adverb used in music to describe playing or performing in a way that conveys strong emotions and feelings, adding depth and nuance to the interpretation to effectively communicate the intended mood or message.
Etymology
The word "expressief" originates from the Latin word 'expressus,' meaning 'pressed out' or 'clearly shown.' It entered Dutch through French 'expressif,' reflecting the idea of vividly conveying emotions. Did you know? The root is also connected to the English word 'express,' emphasizing the act of showing or revealing feelings.
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"Expressief" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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