Clarin (en. Trumpet)

kla-rin

Meaning & Definition

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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.