soh

/ səʊ /

noun

1. music (in tonic sol-fa) the name used for the fifth note or dominant of any scale

Word History and Origins

Origin of soh¹

C13: see gamut

Example Sentences

Harry turned to the gunboat, and called to the men to bring Soh Hay, the interpreter, to the side.

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Soh told me that, in the first place, he took to the jungle, owing to his having krised in a quarrel the son of the chief here.

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Soh Hay tells me that in his young days he was a great fighter, and his face and shoulders are seamed with scars.

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Ven he hef shtop to run und sit oop soh, bei der hind laigs on, I oop mit der guhn und—bing!

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"I know more soh mudge as der grossest liddle fool as you," cried Mr. Sieppe, fiercely, his face purple.

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