staccatissimo Your browser does not support the audio element. [ Italian ] Definition A style of playing notes in a detached, separated, distinct manner that shortens the notated duration of the note in a more exaggerated way than normal staccato. Staccatissimo is indicated by solid wedge directly above or below the notehead. See more about accents in the Appendix. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-06-19 15:47:42