senza

/ ˈsɛntsɑː /

preposition

1. music without; omitting

Word History and Origins

Origin of senza¹

Italian

Example Sentences

We found that Italians responded to the magic words “senza glutine” not with exasperation or annoyance but with genuine concern, verging on pity.

From New York Times

The term senza sordini is also occasionally found in old editions, indicating that the damper pedal is to be depressed, while con sordini shows that it is to be released.

From Project Gutenberg

It is astonishing the variety of tones, the lively satire and taunt of which the words Senza moccolo, senza mo, are susceptible from their tongues.

From Project Gutenberg

In a moment she sinks back lifeless, and he pours forth his despair in the immortal strains of 'Che farò senza Euridice.'

From Project Gutenberg

And now, with all the power, the melody, the pathos of her matchless voice, she sang, "Che faro senza Eurydice!"

From Project Gutenberg