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Harping: meaning, definitions and examples

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harping

 

[ หˆhษ‘หr.pษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

expressing annoyance

To harp means to persistently and tediously talk about something, often in a way that expresses annoyance or frustration. It is frequently used in a negative context to describe someone who is overly focused on a particular issue or theme, especially complaints or criticisms. Harping can also imply a sense of nagging or repeated emphasis on a point that may not be productive or welcome.

Synonyms

dwell, nag, persist.

Examples of usage

  • She kept harping on the same issue during the meeting.
  • He was harping about the need for better communication.
  • Stop harping on the past and focus on the future.
Context #2 | Noun

musical instrument

A harp is a stringed musical instrument that is played by plucking the strings with the fingers. Harps can come in various sizes and types, ranging from small, portable versions to large concert harps. The sound produced by a harp is often described as sweet and ethereal, making it a popular choice in classical music and various ensembles.

Synonyms

lyre, psaltery.

Examples of usage

  • She played a beautiful melody on her harp.
  • The harpist performed at the wedding ceremony.
  • He bought a new harp to enhance his music collection.

Translations

Translations of the word "harping" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น harpaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคพเคฐเฅเคชเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Harfen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ harping

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะตะฑั–ะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ harfowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒผใƒ”ใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท harpe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arpado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท arpa รงalma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜ํ”„ ์—ฐ์ฃผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฒู ุนู„ู‰ ุงู„ู‡ุงุฑูพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ harfovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ harfovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅผน็ซ–็ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ igranje na harfi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harpa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฟะฐะฝั‹ ะพะนะฝะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒ แƒคแƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arp รงalma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arpado

Etymology

The term 'harp' has Old English origins, derived from the word 'heard' and has evolved through the centuries. The modern English verb 'to harp' actually comes from the idea of playing a harp, which involves the repetitive action of plucking strings to create sound. Over time, the term has taken on a figurative meaning, indicating a sort of relentless focus on a topic, much like a harpist might focus on a single melody. The evolution of the term reflects a cultural shift in language, where the notion of being fixated on a theme in conversation became linked with the musical instrument's characteristic of repetition and melody. The sound of the harp, typically associated with tranquility, contrasts with the irritation that harping in a conversational sense can invoke.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,145 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.