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How to pronounce semiquaver in English?

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Type Words
Synonyms sixteenth note
Type of musical note, note, tone

Examples of semiquaver

semiquaver
The semiquaver or sixteenth-note polska, typically played and danced in a smooth character and even rhythm.
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The semiquaver is half of a quaver which is an eighth note.
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The introduction allows ample time for soloist nerves but Rosemary was calmness itself as the downward semiquaver figures propelled her to her entry.
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Snoop is essentially rap's Sinatra, from his unassailable longevity right down to his way of hanging just a lazy semiquaver or two behind the beat.
From the independent.co.uk
Mendelssohn's characteristic soaring melodies and fizzy semiquaver flurries lift the mood, though three quartets in one sitting may leave you feeling aerated.
From the guardian.co.uk
More examples
  • Sixteenth note: a musical note having the time value of a sixteenth of a whole note
  • A sixteenth note, drawn as a crotchet with two tails