Impromptu

/ɪmˈpɹɒmptju/ noun adjective

A short musical composition for an informal occasion often with the character of improvisation and usually to be played solo.

What it means

  1. (noun) A short musical composition for an informal occasion often with the character of improvisation and usually to be played solo.
  2. (noun) (by extension) Any composition, musical or otherwise, that is created on the spot without preparation.
  3. (adjective) Improvised; without prior preparation, planning or rehearsal. “The party began with an impromptu rendition of 'Happy Birthday'.”

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Letter analysis

  • Impromptu contains 9 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 6 consonant(s).
  • It uses 7 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 17.

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What does Impromptu mean?

A short musical composition for an informal occasion often with the character of improvisation and usually to be played solo.

How many letters are in Impromptu?

Impromptu has 9 letters.

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