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Translate files Xylophone
/ˈzaɪləˌfoʊn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A musical instrument consisting of a series of wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce sound.
The musician played a beautiful melody on the xylophone during the concert.
A percussion instrument made of wooden bars arranged in the fashion of a piano keyboard.
Children in the music class took turns playing the xylophone, learning about rhythm and melody.
A type of instrument found in orchestras, often used to add color to the music.
The orchestra featured a stunning xylophone solo that captivated the audience.
An instrument resembling a xylophone but typically larger and made with different materials.
The marimba is a larger xylophone that has a richer sound due to its resonators.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'xylo', meaning 'wood', and 'phone', meaning 'sound'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
xylophone music:
Music that prominently features the xylophone as an instrument.
play the xylophone:
To perform music using a xylophone.
xylophone virtuoso:
A person highly skilled at playing the xylophone.