Clarín (en. Clarion)

/klaˈɾin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A wind instrument of the brass family, shaped like a cylindrical tube.
The clarion is often used in official ceremonies.
El clarín se utiliza a menudo en ceremonias oficiales.
A sharp and clear sound produced by the clarion.
The clarion sounded in the square to announce the start of the parade.
El clarín sonó en la plaza para anunciar el inicio del desfile.
In the military context, it is an instrument that gives orders or signals.
The soldier responded to the sound of the clarion, which indicated the change of guard.
El soldado respondió al sonido del clarín, que indicaba el cambio de guardia.

Etymology

From the French 'clairon', which means 'clarion' or 'signaling instrument'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To sound the clarion
To emit an important signal or warning.
sonar el clarín
To give the clarion signal
To announce the beginning of an activity or event.
dar la señal del clarín
The clarion of victory
The announcement of an achievement or success.
el clarín de la victoria

Related Words

Trumpet
A wind musical instrument with a bright, metallic tone.
trumpeta
Trumpet
An instrument similar to the clarion, but with a wider design.
trompeta
Military
Related to the armed forces, where the clarion is used to give orders.
militar

Slang Meanings

A clear and direct notice or alert.
That news was like a clarion that awakened everyone.
Esa noticia fue como un clarín que despertó a todos.
Something that draws attention in a striking manner.
That discussion was a clarion for people to realize the situation.
Esa discusión fue un clarín para que la gente se diera cuenta de la situación.