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Definition of schumann
schumann
/ˈʃuː.mɑːn/
schu · mann
Plural:Schumanns
•Adjective:Schumannesque
schumann Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
• noun
1
Robert Schumann (1810–1856), a prominent German composer, pianist, and influential music critic of the Romantic era, renowned for his expressive piano works, art songs (Lieder), and four symphonies.
Example
"The concert pianist performed a deeply moving interpretation of a late piano sonata by Schumann."
2
Clara Schumann (née Wieck, 1819–1896), a celebrated German concert pianist, composer, and piano pedagogue of the Romantic era, and the wife of Robert Schumann.
Example
"Clara Schumann was one of the most distinguished piano virtuosos of the nineteenth century and played a vital role in championing her husband's compositions."
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Schumann. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/schumann