Italian Word · Advanced
dissonanza
dissonance
Pronunciation: dis-so-NAN-tsa
Meaning
Lack of harmony among musical notes; a tension or clash resulting from the combination of two disharmonious elements.
Example
C'è una forte dissonanza tra le sue parole e le sue azioni.
There is a strong dissonance between his words and his actions.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice dissonanza out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a advanced-level Italian word.