a capella

English

WOTD – 22 November 2008    

Pronunciation

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Adverb

a capella (not comparable)

1. Alternative spelling of a cappella.

Adjective

a capella (not comparable)

1. Alternative spelling of a cappella.

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Portuguese

Etymology

Italian a capella (“in the manner of a chapel choir”)

Adverb

a capella (not comparable)

1. a capella

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Spanish

Alternative forms

• a capela

Adverb

a capella

1. a capella

Usage notes

• Pronounced as "a capela."