How to Pronounce "contrapuntal"
word
ˌkɑːntrəˈpʌntəl
kahn-truh-PUN-tuhl
kˌɒntɹəpˈʌntəl
kon-truh-PUN-tuhl
Definition
Relating to or involving counterpoint, a musical technique where two or more melodic lines are played together in harmony but remain independent.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑːntrəˈpʌntəl
British English
kˌɒntɹəpˈʌntəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kahn-truh-PUN-tuhl
UK
kon-truh-PUN-tuhl
Listen in Context
Bach’s music is famous for its contrapuntal style.
The piece has a contrapuntal texture with many melodies at once.
Students learned how to write contrapuntal melodies in the class.
The concert featured a complex, contrapuntal arrangement that wowed the audience.