How to Pronounce "concerto"
word
kənˈtʃɛɹtoʊ
kuhn-CHER-toh
kəntʃˈeətəʊ
kuhn-CHAIR-toh
Definition
A concerto is a piece of classical music written for a solo instrument (like piano or violin) accompanied by an orchestra.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtʃɛɹtoʊ
British English
kəntʃˈeətəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-CHER-toh
UK
kuhn-CHAIR-toh
Listen in Context
The orchestra is playing a famous concerto tonight.
Mozart wrote many concertos for piano and violin.
My favorite piece is a violin concerto.
Have you heard that new trumpet concerto by the young composer?