sinfonico

symphonic

adjective seen-FOH-nee-koh Rare

Origin: From Greek 'symphonia' (concord of sound), via Latin.

Usage Note

Sinfonico follows the four-form pattern: sinfonico / sinfonica / sinfonici / sinfoniche. It is used to describe orchestral music and ensembles: orchestra sinfonica, poema sinfonico. The related noun is la sinfonia (symphony).

Examples

"L'orchestra sinfonica suonerà Beethoven stasera."

Natural Translation

The symphony orchestra will play Beethoven tonight.

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