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violin

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/

violin means: A small musical instrument with four strings, held under the chin and usually played with a bow.

noun

STRING INSTRUMENTA2

A small musical instrument with four strings, held under the chin and usually played with a bow.

  • She plays the violin.
  • My violin needs new strings.
  • He started violin lessons last year.

Similar words: fiddle

Common phrases: play the violin, violin lessons, violin strings

ORCHESTRA PLAYERC1

A person who plays a four-stringed instrument held under the chin in an orchestra or group.

  • The first violin stood to greet the conductor.
  • The violins sat at the front of the orchestra.
  • Our principal violin is ill today.

Similar words: violinist

Common phrases: first violin, second violin, principal violin

Questions about violin

What does violin mean?

A small musical instrument with four strings, held under the chin and usually played with a bow.

What is violin in other languages?

Türkçe: keman · Español: violín · Français: violon · Deutsch: Geige · Italiano: violino · 日本語: バイオリン

How do you pronounce violin?

It is pronounced /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/.

How do you use violin in a sentence?

She plays the violin. My violin needs new strings.

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