WORD MEANING
Moonlight sonata meaning
MOON-light so-NAH-tuh · noun
A famous piano sonata composed by Ludwig van Beethoven, officially titled Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, known for its expressive and somber first movement.
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A metaphor for working a second job at night, often secretly or in addition to a main job.
A title used for various films, books, or songs inspired by or referencing Beethoven's composition.
Primarily known as a classical music piece, but the term can also be used metaphorically or as a title in popular culture.
Examples
She played Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata beautifully on the piano.
The Moonlight Sonata is one of the most famous piano compositions in classical music.