noun
note
A single musical tone or the symbol representing it.
The pianist plays a single clear note before the song begins.
Etymology
The word first connects with a written mark. A mark representing a musical sound gave its name to the sound itself, producing the paired written and audible meanings.
More examples
- The singer holds the final note for several seconds.
- She writes the notes on the lines and spaces of the staff.
- A half note lasts twice as long as a quarter note.
Forms
note · notes