Why is it called a riff in a guitar?

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Because riffs are repeated sequence of notes or chords. Its most common in Rock,funky,jazz. Riffs give structures and more melody in piece of music.
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Many suggest that the word “riff" is an abbreviation of the word “refrain” which in the musical context is a repeated line or musical phrase that ties a song together. As guitar riffs are repetetive, they are termed as riffs.
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Well in other words it may also be called a sequence or motif.. technically its a repetation of a melody and rhythm. Riff is a popular term among the rock n metal community. Its cool to say riff!
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Hi.. Because, riff as an abbreviation for "rhythmic figure" or "refrain". There are some other words to say riff. They are thumb, melodic, bass line. Hope you got answer.
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Riff r like when you play solo. On guitar
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