a cappella

Meanings

• noun

  Music performed by singing without instrumental accompaniment.

  - "The choir sang a cappella, filling the room with beautiful harmonies."
  - "She preferred to listen to a cappella music, finding it more authentic."

---

Pronunciation

1. /ˌɑ kəˈpɛl.ə/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=346951"

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with a cappella
gobella , mellifera , pellegrina

---

Variants

List of all variants of a cappella that leads to same result
a capella , a cappella

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Italian word 'capella' meaning chapel, referring to the early sacred music performed in small chapels.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The first recorded use of the term 'a cappella' in English was in 1811.

2. A cappella music gained popularity in the United States during the late 1980s and early 1990s, thanks to groups like The Sing-Offs and Boyz II Men.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. A cappella singing: The performance of singing without instrumental accompaniment.

2. A cappella groups: Groups of singers who perform a cappella music.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

A cappella music has a rich cultural history, with roots in various traditions such as Barbershop, Gospel, and Contemporary styles. It has gained popularity through various forms of media, including movies, TV shows, and competitions.

How to Memorize "a cappella"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of singers standing in a circle, each one focusing on their part.
   - Visualize the absence of any instrumental sounds, only the sound of their voices.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'a cappella' with 'unaccompanied' or 'unplugged' music.
   - Think of a choir singing in a church without any instrumental accompaniment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'A Capella - Accompaniment is Prohibited'.

---

Memorize "a cappella" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize a cappella is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.