partitura

[par-ti-tu-ra]
nounfemininepl: partituras
score
1. A written or printed musical composition showing all the instrumental or vocal parts arranged one above the other
The conductor studied the orchestra score carefully before rehearsal.
O maestro estudou a partitura da orquestra cuidadosamente antes do ensaio.
2. The musical notation that represents the complete composition for performance
She read from the sheet music during the piano recital.
Ela leu da partitura durante o recital de piano.
3. In figurative usage, a plan or scheme of action
They followed the political script without deviation.
Eles seguiram a partitura política sem desvio.
In Brazilian and Portuguese culture, 'partitura' is the standard term used in musical education and performance contexts. It is also used metaphorically in political and business discussions to refer to a predetermined plan or strategy that must be followed. The term is deeply embedded in classical music tradition and is essential vocabulary for musicians, composers, and music students.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
notação musicalmúsica escritacomposição

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
partitura
Standard term used across Brazil for musical score
Portugal
partitura
Identical usage as in Brazil, standard European Portuguese
Musical contexts
partitura
Universal term in all Portuguese-speaking countries for sheet music

Related Words

notaclefcompassoinstrumentoorquestracompositor

Related Idioms & Phrases

seguir a partitura (to follow the script/plan exactly)
sair da partitura (to deviate from the plan)
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