scherzo
US /ˈskert.soʊ/
UK /ˈskert.soʊ/
1.
a vigorous, light, or playful composition, typically comprising a movement in a symphony or sonata.
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The third movement of the symphony is a lively scherzo.
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Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 18 features a delightful scherzo.