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dominante
German → American English
American English
dominant
beherrschend; in der Musik die fünfte Stufe einer Tonleiter bzw. der Dominantakkord
Die Dominante löst sich meist zur Tonika auf.„Dominante“ is often used in music theory as a noun for the fifth scale degree or dominant chord; as an adjective, use „dominant“ more commonly in everyday language.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Dominante“ mean in English?
It usually means „dominant“; in music, it refers to the dominant note or chord.
Is „Dominante“ a noun or an adjective?
It can be both, but in music it is commonly used as a noun. The adjective form is „dominant“.
How do you use „Dominante“ in music?
It refers to the fifth degree of a scale or the dominant chord built on that degree.