Ukulele

/ˌjuːkəˈleɪli/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small four-stringed guitar of Hawaiian origin, typically played with the fingers or a plectrum.

She picked up her ukulele and started to strum a cheerful tune.

A musical instrument resembling a small guitar, usually having four nylon or gut strings.

He learned to play the ukulele during his summer vacation.

A popular instrument used in Hawaiian music, characterized by its distinctive sound and bright tone.

The ukulele is often associated with the warm sounds of island music.

Hawaiian term 'ukulele' meaning 'jumping flea'.

Strumming on the ukulele

Playing cheerful and rhythmic music on the ukulele.

Ukulele club

A group of people who gather to play ukuleles together.

guitar

A six-stringed musical instrument played with fingers or a pick.

banjo

A stringed instrument with a circular body and a long neck.

Uke

I love playing my uke during my free time.

Uku

Let's grab our ukus and jam together!