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Forte Definition & Meaning

forte
adverb
  1. used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly
adjective
  1. used chiefly as a direction or description in music; "the forte passages in the composition"
noun
  1. an asset of special worth or utility; "cooking is his forte"
  2. (music) loud
  3. the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible

"Forte" in song lyrics

See how forte is used in real songs:

  • "Dead to administer links like chief then whats your forte"
    Aesop Rock — Same Space
  • "Committing crime is my forte"
    Apathy & Celph Titled — Sound of the Clap
  • "Cause I aint tryna be bunkies with John Forte"
    Apocalipps f/ Iron Mic, Truck — Smokefest

Words that rhyme with forte

Usage tips for "forte"

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Frequently asked questions

What does forte mean?
used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly used chiefly as a direction or description in music; "the forte passages in the composition" an asset of special worth or utility; "cooking is his forte" (music) loud the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible
What part of speech is forte?
Forte is an adverb, an adjective, and a noun.
How many definitions does forte have?
Forte has 5 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adverb, adjective, noun).

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