Forte
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɔːteɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Forte is a noun meaning A strength or talent; a strong point.
Meaning
A strength or talent; a strong point.
More Meanings
- The strong part of a sword blade, close to the hilt.
- (music) Loudly, as a dynamic in a piece of music.
- (music) Loud.
- A passage in music to be played loudly; a loud section of music.
Example Sentences
(abbreviation) f
The musicians played the passage forte.
He writes respectably, but poetry is not his forte.
This forte marks the climax of the second movement.
Word Forms
- fortes
Synonyms for forte
Depending on context, synonyms include bent, gift, knack, speciality, strength, talent.
Antonyms for forte
Common opposites include soft, softly, piano.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include strength, loudly, loud, specialty, speciality, metier.
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