Pizzicato (adverb)

In music, indicating that a string instrument should be plucked, rather than played with a bow.

Origin:

Derived from the italian "pizzicare", meaning "to pluck". in music, pizzicato is used to indicate that a string instrument should be plucked, rather than played with a bow.

Examples:

1. The violinist played the melody pizzicato, creating a unique sound.
2. The cellist played the pizzicato section of the piece with great skill.
3. The pizzicato in the music created a sense of tension.
4. The string quartet played the pizzicato section in unison.
5. The pizzicato added an interesting texture to the music.