Meaning of the word sight-read in English

What does sight-read mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sight-read

US /ˈsaɪt.riːd/
UK /ˈsaɪt.riːd/
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Verb

1.

to read and perform (music) at sight, without previous practice

Example:
The pianist was able to sight-read the complex score effortlessly.
It takes years of practice to be able to sight-read well.
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