Example: The slur in the violin piece added smoothness to the melody.
Definition
"The slur" in music refers to a curved line placed over or under notes indicating they should be played smoothly and connectedly, without separation. It affects the phrasing and articulation, creating a seamless transition between the notes within the slur.
Translations
el ligado
de boog
la lligadura
la liaison
der Bindebogen
Etymology
The term "slur" in music comes from the verb meaning to slide or glide smoothly. Its musical use dates back to the 18th century, capturing the idea of blending notes together effortlessly, much like the original sense of slurring speech for smoothness.
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"The slur" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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