tribrachys

Definition of the Latin term tribrachys in music:

  1. tribrach (rhythmic mode consisting of three short syllables)
Language
Latin
Singular
tribrachys
Plural
tribrachyes

Related terms

Latin musical terms related to tribrachys:

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