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arpegio means arpeggio — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 2, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

arpegio

noun • /[ar-PEH-jee-oh]/

arpeggio

Example:

Un arpegio suave llenó la sala vacía.

A gentle arpeggio filled the empty room.

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🧠 What does arpegio mean?

An 'arpegio' is a musical term that refers to the playing of the notes of a chord one after the other, rather than simultaneously. Think of it like gently rolling your hand across piano keys instead of striking them all at once. It creates a flowing, elegant sound.

📚 Extra examples

  • El guitarrista tocó un arpegio suave y melancólico.
    The guitarist played a soft and melancholic arpeggio.
  • El arpegio del piano añadió una textura encantadora a la pieza.
    The piano arpeggio added a lovely texture to the piece.
  • Escucha el arpegio ascendente en la introducción de la canción.
    Listen to the ascending arpeggio in the song's introduction.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'arpeggio' in Spanish?
It's the same word: 'arpegio'.
How do you pronounce 'arpegio' in Spanish?
ahr-peh-hee-oh. The 'g' is pronounced like the 'h' in 'hello'.
How do you use 'arpegio' in a sentence?
You can use it like this: 'El arpegio de la guitarra era hermoso' (The guitar's arpeggio was beautiful).
What is the English translation of 'arpegio'?
Arpeggio.
Does 'arpegio' change for gender or number?
Yes, it can be pluralized as 'arpegios' (e.g., 'Los arpegios del harpista eran impresionantes' - The harpist's arpeggios were impressive).
Is 'arpegio' common in everyday Spanish?
It's not a common everyday word unless you're discussing music. You won't hear it at the grocery store, but you might hear it in a music class or concert review.
Does 'arpegio' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'arpegio' doesn't have any slang or double meanings.
Is 'arpegio' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the word and its meaning are the same across both regions.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "arpegio"

Synonyms: rasgueado (but specifically for a strummed chord, not the same technique)

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'arpeggio' comes from the Italian word 'arpeggiare,' which means 'to play on the harp.'

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