double sharp vs sharp

sharp vs double sharp

double sharp and sharp both are nouns.

double sharp is not an adjective while sharp is an adjective.

double sharp is not an adverb while sharp is an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
double sharp	Yes	No	No	No
sharp	Yes	Yes	No	Yes

As nouns, sharp is a hypernym of double sharp; that is, sharp is a word with a broader meaning than double sharp:

double sharp: a musical notation of two sharps in front of a note indicating that it is to be raised by two semitones
sharp: a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

double sharp (noun)	sharp (noun)
a musical notation of two sharps in front of a note indicating that it is to be raised by two semitones	a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
	a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

double sharp (adjective)	sharp (adjective)
	having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing
	(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone
	keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point
	(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
	quick and forceful
	having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
	having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
	ending in a sharp point
	marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
	dangerously steep
	very sudden and in great amount or degree
	harsh

double sharp (adverb)	sharp (adverb)
	changing suddenly in direction and degree

Difference between double sharp and sharp

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