Some of the most common Italian musical terms include:
* Adagio: Slowly
* Allegro: Fast
* Andante: Moderately fast
* Forte: Loud
* Piano: Soft
* Crescendo: Getting louder
* Decrescendo: Getting softer
* Staccato: Short and detached
* Legato: Smooth and connected
These terms are just a few examples of the many Italian words that are used in music. The use of Italian musical terms is a testament to the influence that Italian music has had on the development of Western music.