fah
Britishnoun
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(in the fixed system of solmization) the note F
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(in tonic sol-fa) the fourth degree of any major scale; subdominant
Etymology
Origin of fah
C14: see gamut
Example Sentences
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This is the paradox that drives “Corey Fah Does Social Mobility”: A person needs to already have social and financial capital in order to get social and financial capital.
From New York Times
Though “Corey Fah” is a critique of the literary world, it’s easy to apply the novel’s commentary to other, higher-stakes systems.
From New York Times
Gong’s family is from the village of Mae Fah Luang, in northern Chiang Rai province.
From Seattle Times
This occurs most frequently after certain vowels, so that a phrase like "far apart" could be pronounced like "fah apaht," with the "r" sound vocalizing, or turning into a vowel.
From Salon
See Fah Authentic Thai Cuisine boasts an 80-item menu with curries and noodles along with weekday lunch specials for under $13.
From Seattle Times
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