Example: Dall'alto della montagna si vede tutto il paesaggio.
Definition
"L'alto" refers to the musical term indicating the vocal range or voice type between tenor and soprano, typically in choirs. It can also mean a higher position or height, as in the phrase describing a view from a mountain top.
Translations
the top
la cima
de top
l'alt
le haut
die Höhe
o alto
Etymology
The term "l'alto" comes from the Italian word 'alto,' meaning 'high' or 'tall.' In music, it was adopted to denote a higher vocal range. Did you know that 'alto' literally means 'high,' which perfectly describes its role in music and in describing elevated places?
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