Meaning of syncopism | Babel Free
Definitions
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The use of syncopation in music. rare, uncountable
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The shortening of a name, or creation of a pseudonym, by removing certain letters. rare, uncountable
Examples
“Real syncopism is unknown in genuine African music, and beautiful cross rhythms are rarely found in the best jazz music.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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