Synonyms for

Piano

Verb / pi:ˈænəʊ / / pi:ˈænʌ / Another word for piano — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A musical instrument with a keyboard that produces sound by striking strings with hammers.

Synonyms & similar words

soft softly pianissimo fortepiano pianoforte forte keyboard spinette spinet harpsichord clavier pianoforte fortepiano chordophone

Synonyms by register

Formal

keyboard instrument grand piano upright piano

Informal

keys pianoforte

Literary

ivory ebony

Antonyms

loud discordant cacophonous noisy unmusical jarring

Common collocations

  • play the piano
  • grand piano
  • baby grand piano
  • upright piano
  • piano lesson
  • piano music
  • piano bench
  • piano keys

Word family

noun piano
adjective pianistic

Usage note

While 'pianoforte' is the original full name, 'piano' is the universally accepted and most common term. 'Pianistic' refers to qualities or styles associated with piano playing.

Example sentences

  1. My sister takes piano lessons every week.
  2. I wish I could play the piano like Beethoven.
  3. The piano is a beautiful instrument to listen to.
  4. I have a small piano in my room that I like to play.
  5. The sound of the piano filled the concert hall.

Quotes

  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • I would rather play Chiquita Banana and have my swimming pool than play Bach and starve. - Xavier Cugat
  • Without music, life would be a mistake. - Friedrich Nietzsche

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