Augmented
An interval that has been widened by one semitone beyond its major or perfect form.
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intervals
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Latin
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About Augmented
An augmented interval is created by expanding a major or perfect interval by one semitone. For example, a major third (four semitones, C to E) becomes an augmented third (five semitones, C to E♯), and a perfect fifth (seven semitones, C to G) becomes an augmented fifth (eight semitones, C to G♯).
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View all intervalsterms →An interval spanning eight semitones, with a bittersweet quality often used in expressive melodic writing.
Compound IntervalAn interval wider than an octave, such as a ninth, tenth, or eleventh.
UnisonTwo or more voices or instruments sounding the same pitch simultaneously or playing the same melody.
Minor ThirdAn interval spanning three semitones, often described as having a dark, melancholic, or tender quality.
Major ThirdAn interval spanning four semitones, often perceived as bright, warm, and optimistic in character.
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