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    Violín (en. Violin)

    /bjoˈlin/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    String instrument that has four strings tuned in fifths.
    The violin is an essential instrument in classical music.
    El violín es un instrumento esencial en la música clásica.
    Orchestral section that includes violins.
    The violin section of the orchestra played a beautiful melody.
    La sección de violines de la orquesta interpretó una hermosa melodía.

    Etymology

    From the Italian 'violino', which is a diminutive of 'Viola'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to play the violin
    To interpret music on the violin.
    tocar el violín
    learning to play the violin
    To begin practicing the violin.
    aprendiendo a tocar el violín
    to give a violin concert
    To perform a musical interpretation using the violin.
    dar un concierto de violín

    Related Words

    cello
    String instrument larger than the violin.
    violonchelo
    viola
    String instrument similar to the violin but larger in size.
    viola
    music
    Art of combining sounds in a harmonious and melodic way.
    música

    Slang Meanings

    Term used colloquially to refer to a skilled musician.
    That guy is a violin in his band.
    Ese chico es un violín en su banda.
    Refers to someone who complains a lot.
    Don’t be a violin, enjoy the party.
    No seas violín, disfruta la fiesta.