O piano de cauda
Example: O piano de cauda na sala de concerto impressiona pela sonoridade.
Definition
"O piano de cauda" refers to a grand piano, a large, horizontal stringed keyboard instrument known for its rich sound and use in concert halls and classical music performances. It is distinguished by its wing-shaped body and horizontally strung strings.
Etymology
The phrase "o piano de cauda" literally means 'the tail piano' in Portuguese, referring to the instrument's tail-like shape. The term 'piano' comes from the Italian word 'pianoforte,' meaning soft-loud, describing its dynamic range, while 'de cauda' highlights the instrument's distinctive elongated form, much like a tail.
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