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    Trompette (en. Trumpet)

    /tʁɔ̃.pɛt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Wind musical instrument, usually made of brass, that produces a clear and piercing sound.
    The musician played the trumpet during the concert.
    Le musicien a joué de la trompette lors du concert.
    The sound produced by this instrument.
    The sound of the trumpet resonated throughout the hall.
    Le bruit de la trompette a résonné dans toute la salle.
    A type of acoustic signal, often used in marching bands.
    The trumpet announced the arrival of the procession.
    La trompette a annoncé l'arrivée du cortège.

    Etymology

    Comes from Middle French 'trompete', derived from Latin 'trompeta'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    trumpet of fame
    Expression indicating great notoriety or a resounding announcement.
    trompette de la renommée
    to make a trumpet
    To express something in a noisy or ostentatious manner.
    faire trompette
    trumpet of death
    Expression designating a warning or danger signal.
    trompette de la mort

    Related Words

    trumpeter
    Person who plays the trumpet.
    trompettiste
    to trumpet
    To play the trumpet.
    trompetter
    trumpet to trumpet
    Expression designating a trumpet used in a special or festive context.
    trompette en trompette

    Slang Meanings

    To brag or make noise to attract attention.
    He doesn’t stop trumpeting about his successes.
    Il n'arrête pas de trompetter sur ses succès.
    To make loud lies.
    Don't listen to him, he’s just trumpeting stories.
    Ne l'écoute pas, il ne fait que trompetter des histoires.