counterpoint in Persian
کنترپوئن kontrpu'an
/ˈkaʊntə(ɹ)ˌpɔɪnt/
counterpoint in Persian: کنترپوئن (kontrpu'an). In English, counterpoint means a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
Persian words for counterpoint
- (music) a melody added to an existing one
- کنترپوئن kontrpu'an
English meaning of counterpoint
- noun A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
- noun Any similar contrasting element in a work of art.
- noun An opposite point.
- verb To compose or arrange such music.
Synonyms of counterpoint
- contrapuntal music
- polyphony
counterpoint in other languages
Questions about counterpoint in Persian
- What is the meaning of counterpoint in Persian?
- Counterpoint in Persian is کنترپوئن (kontrpu'an).
- معنی counterpoint چیست؟
- Counterpoint: کنترپوئن (kontrpu'an).
- What does counterpoint mean in English?
- Counterpoint means a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
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