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lute

/l(j)uːt/
Meanings
  • noun

    A musical instrument with a pear-shaped body, a long neck, and a plucked string mechanism.

    - "The lute is a popular instrument in classical music."
    - "The musician strummed the lute, creating a beautiful melody."
Pronunciation
  1. /l(j)uːt/



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  2. /luːt/



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  3. /l(j)uːt/



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  4. /luːt/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with lute
ute , mute , cute , mute
Variants
List of all variants of lute that leads to same result
lute , lutes , luted , luting , lute- , luteo-
Etymology
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The word 'lute' comes from the Arabic word 'al-ud' meaning 'wood'. The instrument was introduced to Europe from the Middle East during the Middle Ages.

Trivia
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  1. The lute was one of the most popular instruments during the Renaissance period.

  2. The lute is played by plucking the strings with the fingers.

  3. The lute has a range of about two octaves.

Related Concepts
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  1. Lute player: A person who plays the lute as a musical instrument.

  2. Lute music: Musical compositions specifically written for the lute.

Culture
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The lute has been an essential instrument in Western classical music for centuries. It was commonly used in the Renaissance and Baroque periods and continues to be played in various genres today. The lute's unique sound and versatility have inspired many composers and musicians.

How to Memorize "lute"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the shape and size of the lute, imagining its long neck and pear-shaped body. Visualize the strings and the way they are plucked to create music.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lute' with the sound of its music or the image of a musician playing it.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of the word 'lute' and associating it with 'long-necked, pear-shaped musical instrument'.

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