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Meaning of diminished third | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

An interval that is equivalent to a minor third narrowed by one chromatic semitone. In twelve-tone equal temperament, this is equivalent to a major second.

Equivalents

Español tercera disminuida

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

diminished triad diminished value diminisher Diminishes Diminishing diminishing returns

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