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pentagrama means musical staff — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 22, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

pentagrama

noun • /[pen-tah-GRAH-mah]/

musical staff

Example:

El pentagrama grabado brillaba bajo la luz.

The musical staff engraving shone under the light.

🧠 What does pentagrama mean?

In Spanish, "pentagrama" refers to the set of five horizontal lines and four spaces that music is written on. It's the foundation of musical notation, providing a visual representation of pitch and rhythm. Think of it as the canvas for a musical composition.

📚 Extra examples

  • El compositor dibujó una melodía compleja en el pentagrama.
    The composer drew a complex melody on the staff.
  • Aprende a leer las notas en el pentagrama para tocar el piano.
    Learn to read the notes on the staff to play the piano.
  • El pentagrama es esencial para la escritura musical.
    The staff is essential for music writing.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'pentagrama' comes from the Greek 'pente' (five) and 'gramma' (line), literally meaning 'five lines'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "pentagrama"

Synonyms: pauta musical

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'musical staff' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'musical staff' is 'pentagrama'.
How do you pronounce 'pentagrama' in Spanish?
It's pronounced pen-ta-GRA-ma, with the stress on the third syllable.
How do you use 'pentagrama' in a sentence?
Here's an example: 'El profesor de música explicó cómo leer las notas en el pentagrama.' (The music teacher explained how to read the notes on the staff.)
What is the English translation of 'pentagrama'?
'Pentagrama' translates to 'musical staff' in English.
Does 'pentagrama' change for gender or number?
No, 'pentagrama' is a masculine noun and doesn't change for number. The plural is 'pentagramas'.
Is 'pentagrama' common in everyday Spanish?
While not used in everyday conversation, 'pentagrama' is common vocabulary for musicians and anyone involved in music education.
Does 'pentagrama' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'pentagrama' generally doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a specific term for the musical staff.
Is 'pentagrama' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'pentagrama' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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