A small horizontal wedge (>) symbol directly above or below a [[musical note]], indicating that an emphasis is placed on the note in question. A vertical wedge (∧) is referred to as [[marcato (music)|marcato]].

This should not be confused with a diminuendo which is superficially similar in appearance but generally much longer and indicates a gradual decrease in volume.

h4.See also

* [[fermata]]
* [[fortissimo]]
* [[staccato]]
* [[tenuto]]
accent mark