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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

volta

/ˈvɒltə/ noun · British & US
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What does volta mean?

noun

A sudden turn or change in direction, especially in a musical composition. In music, a volta is a section of a piece that returns to a previous theme or section.

Example

"The composer's use of a volta in the third movement added a sense of surprise and drama to the symphony."

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