Banjo: meaning, definitions and examples

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banjo

 

[ หˆbรฆn.dส’oสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical instrument

A banjo is a stringed musical instrument with a circular body and a neck, typically played by plucking or strumming the strings. It has a distinct twangy sound and is commonly associated with folk, bluegrass, and country music.

Synonyms

folk instrument, string instrument.

Examples of usage

  • He played the banjo at the bluegrass festival.
  • The folk band featured a lively banjo solo.
  • She learned to play the banjo during her summer camp.
Context #2 | Noun

music genre

In the context of music, the term 'banjo' often refers to the style of music that prominently features the banjo as an instrument. This genre is often characterized by fast tempos and lively rhythms.

Synonyms

bluegrass, folk music.

Examples of usage

  • They danced to the upbeat banjo music.
  • The concert showcased traditional banjo tunes.
  • He enjoys listening to old-time banjo recordings.

Translations

Translations of the word "banjo" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเค‚เคœเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ banjo

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะฝะดะถะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒณใ‚ธใƒงใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท banjo

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ banjo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐด์กฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงู†ุฌูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banjo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ banjo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ญๅ“็ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะดะถะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒฏแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banjo

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ banjo

Etymology

The word 'banjo' is believed to have originated in the 17th century from the African term 'bร njรฒ,' which described a stringed instrument similar to the modern banjo. The banjo was brought to America by enslaved Africans, and it became popularized in the 19th century, particularly in the context of minstrel shows. Initially, the banjo had a gourd body, and the design evolved over time with the introduction of more durable materials like wood. The instrument has roots in various African influences and has been adapted into different styles, leading to its prominent role in American folk and country music. Today, the banjo remains a symbol of traditional American music, particularly in Appalachian and Southern communities.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,728, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.