Harmonium: meaning, definitions and examples
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harmonium
[ hษหrหmoสniษm ]
musical instrument
The harmonium is a keyboard instrument that produces sound by passing air through metal reeds. It is played by pressing keys, which open valves that allow air from bellows to flow over the reeds. The harmonium is often used in various music genres, particularly in Indian classical and devotional music. It can be portable and is known for its distinct, rich sound that adds depth to musical compositions.
Synonyms
organ, pump organ, reed organ.
Examples of usage
- She played a beautiful melody on the harmonium.
- The harmonium accompanies the choir during the service.
- He learned to play the harmonium while living in India.
Translations
Translations of the word "harmonium" in other languages:
๐ต๐น harmรดnio
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคพเคฐเฅเคฎเฅเคจเคฟเคฏเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Harmonium
๐ฎ๐ฉ harmonium
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะฐัะผะพะฝัะน
๐ต๐ฑ harmonium
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใขใใฆใ
๐ซ๐ท harmonium
๐ช๐ธ harmonio
๐น๐ท harmonium
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ชจ๋์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงุฑู ููููู
๐จ๐ฟ harmonium
๐ธ๐ฐ harmonium
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅฃฐ็ด
๐ธ๐ฎ harmonium
๐ฎ๐ธ harmonium
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณะฐัะผะพะฝะธัะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแ แแแแแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ harmonium
๐ฒ๐ฝ harmonio
Etymology
The term 'harmonium' comes from the Greek word 'harmonia,' which means 'harmony.' The instrument was first developed in the early 19th century in Europe, stemming from earlier innovations in keyboard instruments that utilized reeds. The French engineer Alexandre Debain is credited with patenting the harmonium in 1840. Originally, it was designed to be a more affordable alternative to the pipe organ, making the sound of organ music accessible to a broader audience. Its popularity rapidly grew, particularly in France and Britain, before spreading to other regions, including India, where it became integral to the musical landscape. The harmonium has undergone various design modifications over time, but its fundamental mechanics remain similar to its original form.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,695 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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