What does the notation of a staccatissimo look like?

The notation for staccatissimo is represented by a wedge or pike placed above or below the note head. This articulation symbol instructs the performer to play the note in a very short and detached manner, even more so than staccato. The staccatissimo creates a crisp and precise separation between notes while conveying an even sharper brevity.

In contrast, the other options depict different musical articulations or notations. A dot above the note signifies staccato, indicating a short, detached note. Two horizontal lines above the note sometimes represent a tenuto marking, suggesting the note should be held for its full value. A slur connecting two notes indicates that they should be played legato, meaning smoothly and connected without breaks. Each of these symbols serves a unique function in musical notation, but it is the wedge or pike that specifically denotes staccatissimo.