Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Sostenuto.
Sostenuto - as a noun
A note or passage marked to be sustained
Sostenuto - as an adverb
Played in a sustained manner beyond the notes normal value
Example Sentences
"He played the piece sostenuto, with a slow and sustained tempo."
"The pianist maintained a sostenuto touch throughout the movement."
"The sostenuto pedal allows the sustainment of selected notes."
"She performed the sostenuto passages with great control and expression."
"The composer indicated a sostenuto section for the strings in the score."
Word Game Points
Is SOSTENUTO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sostenuto is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SOSTENUTO has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is SOSTENUTO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sostenuto is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSOSTENUTO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SOSTENUTO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sostenuto is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSOSTENUTO has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.