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    Clarin (en. Clarion)

    kla-rin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An instrument that produces sound through the vibration of air.
    The clarion sounds melodiously in the orchestra.
    El clarin suena de manera melodiosa en la orquesta.
    In some contexts, it refers to a warning or sound signal.
    The clarion announced the beginning of the battle.
    El clarin anunció el comienzo de la batalla.
    A type of trumpet used in military music.
    The soldier played the clarion to gather the troops.
    El soldado tocó el clarin para reunir a las tropas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'clarinus', meaning 'clear' or 'brilliant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be called by the clarion
    It means to alert someone about something.
    tocarle a alguien el clarin
    to sound the clarion
    To sound a signal.
    sonar el clarin
    there’s no clarion that counts
    Expression indicating that there are no valid reasons.
    no hay clarin que valga

    Related Words

    trumpet
    Wind instrument similar to the clarion.
    trompeta
    horn
    Wind instrument shaped like a funnel.
    corneta
    orchestra
    Group of musicians playing different instruments.
    orquesta

    Slang Meanings

    Sound that draws attention.
    That shout was a clarion for everyone to come.
    Ese grito fue un clarin para que todos vinieran.
    Alert or warning to act.
    When the clarion sounds, everyone knows it’s time to leave.
    Cuando suena el clarin, todos saben que es hora de irse.