Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Arsis.
Arsis - as a noun
The stronger part of a musical measure: the part containing the beat.
The stronger part of a metrical foot: the part containing the long (heavy) syllable in quantitative meter, or the stressed syllable in a qualitative meter.
The elevation of the hand, or that part of the bar at which it is raised, in beating time; the weak or unaccented part of the bar, opposed to the thesis.
The elevation of the voice to a higher pitch in speaking.
Example Sentences
"The arsis of the hymn was upbeat and lively."
"In music, the arsis is often indicated by an upward stroke."
"The arsis and thesis are the two basic components of a rhythmic unit in poetry."
"The arsis represents the stressed part of a metrical foot."
"The arsis in this dance routine is particularly challenging."
Word Game Points
Is ARSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, arsis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ARSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.
Is ARSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, arsis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordARSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 5.
Is ARSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, arsis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordARSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
