How Do You Spell CRESCENDO?

Pronunciation: [kɹəʃˈɛndə͡ʊ] (IPA)

The word "crescendo" is often misspelled due to its unique pronunciation. The correct pronunciation is /krəˈʃɛndəʊ/, which is spelled with the letters "c-r-e-s-c-e-n-d-o." The "s-c-e-n" combination can be confusing, but it corresponds to the /ʃ/ sound, as seen in the IPA transcription. The word refers to a gradual increase in intensity or volume, particularly in music. It is important to master the spelling of "crescendo" in order to avoid errors in written communication.

CRESCENDO Meaning and Definition

1. Crescendo is a term originating from the Italian language and is primarily used in music to denote a gradual increase in volume or intensity. It is derived from the Italian word "crescere," meaning "to grow." In its literal sense, crescendo refers to the act of becoming progressively louder and more forceful, resulting in a peak or climax.

   In musical notation, a crescendo is represented by the symbol "<" or the word "cresc." It indicates to the performer that the volume or intensity of the music should gradually rise over a specific period, typically written above the staff. This direction aids in creating a sense of tension and building anticipation for what lies ahead.

   Furthermore, crescendo can also be used figuratively outside of the music realm to describe a gradual progression or increase in any kind of activity or event. This could include the escalation of a conflict, the intensification of emotions, or the accumulation of something over time.

   A crescendo can be seen as a dynamic tool used by composers and performers alike to create a dramatic effect or convey a particular emotion. It adds depth and complexity to the overall composition, allowing for a more engaging and impactful musical experience. Whether present in music or applied metaphorically, crescendo represents a gradual and powerful rise, culminating in a heightened and impactful peak.

2. In music, a mark over a passage or note to indicate that it is to be sung with an increasing volume of sound.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for CRESCENDO *

• cresendo 60.6060606%
• creshendo 15.1515151%
• crecendo 12.1212121%
• crashendo 6.060606%
• crescndo 6.060606%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for CRESCENDO

• creshendos
• creschendo
• cresendos
• crecendos
• crasendo
• crescenedo
• crescenod
• crescensa
• crescendoe
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• creasendo
• cryscendo
• criscendo

Etymology of CRESCENDO

The word "crescendo" comes from the Italian language. It is derived from the past participle of the verb "crescere", which means "to grow" or "to increase". In Italian, the word "crescendo" literally translates to "increasing" or "growing". It entered the English language in the mid-18th century and is primarily used in the context of music to indicate a gradual increase in loudness or intensity.

Similar spelling words for CRESCENDO

• cresson,
• crosson,
• crescendos,
• crossen,
• crescentia,
• crossin,
• crescent,
• crosswind,
• crossan,
• crescendi,
• Crisman.

Plural form of CRESCENDO is CRESCENDOS

Conjugate verb Crescendo

CONDITIONAL

I would crescendo

you would crescendo

he/she/it would crescendo

we would crescendo

they would crescendo

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be crescendoing

you would be crescendoing

he/she/it would be crescendoing

we would be crescendoing

they would be crescendoing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have crescendo

you would have crescendo

he/she/it would have crescendo

we would have crescendo

they would have crescendo

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been crescendoing

you would have been crescendoing

he/she/it would have been crescendoing

we would have been crescendoing

they would have been crescendoing

FUTURE

I will crescendo

you will crescendo

he/she/it will crescendo

we will crescendo

they will crescendo

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be crescendoing

you will be crescendoing

he/she/it will be crescendoing

we will be crescendoing

they will be crescendoing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have crescendoed

you will have crescendoed

he/she/it will have crescendoed

we will have crescendoed

they will have crescendoed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been crescendoing

you will have been crescendoing

he/she/it will have been crescendoing

we will have been crescendoing

they will have been crescendoing

IMPERATIVE

you crescendo

we let´s crescendo

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to crescendo

PAST

I crescendoed

you crescendoed

he/she/it crescendoed

we crescendoed

they crescendoed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was crescendoing

you were crescendoing

he/she/it was crescendoing

we were crescendoing

they were crescendoing

PAST PARTICIPLE

crescendoed

PAST PERFECT

I had crescendoed

you had crescendoed

he/she/it had crescendoed

we had crescendoed

they had crescendoed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been crescendoing

you had been crescendoing

he/she/it had been crescendoing

we had been crescendoing

they had been crescendoing

PRESENT

I crescendo

you crescendo

he/she/it crescendoes

we crescendo

they crescendo

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am crescendoing

you are crescendoing

he/she/it is crescendoing

we are crescendoing

they are crescendoing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

crescendoing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have crescendoed

you have crescendoed

he/she/it has crescendoed

we have crescendoed

they have crescendoed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been crescendoing

you have been crescendoing

he/she/it has been crescendoing

we have been crescendoing

they have been crescendoing