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The correct spelling is legato.

How to pronounce legato

noun

IPA: /ləˈɡɑ.təʊ/

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The correct spelling is legato. A slur curve above or below a passage of notes indicating that they should be played in a legato manner. For example: "Play this passage legato, not portato."

Usage Examples

Play this passage legato, not portato.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A slur curve above or below a passage of notes indicating that they should be played in a legato manner.

adverb

  1. 1.Smoothly, in a connected manner.

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