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Harpist: meaning, definitions and examples

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harpist

 

[ หˆhษ‘หr.pษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical instrument

A harpist is a musician who plays the harp, a stringed instrument known for its unique structure and sound. Harpists often perform in orchestras, solo performances, or chamber music settings. The instrument requires both hands to pluck the strings, creating various tones. Mastery of the harp can take many years of practice, and harpists may specialize in different styles such as classical, jazz, or folk music.

Synonyms

harp player, musician

Examples of usage

  • The harpist played a beautiful melody at the wedding.
  • In the orchestra, the harpist added a magical touch to the symphony.
  • She was an accomplished harpist and performed regularly in concert halls.
  • The talented harpist captivated the audience with her performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "harpist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arpista

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคพเคฐเฅเคชเคฟเคธเฅเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Harfenist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pemain harpa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ั„ั–ัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ harfista

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒผใƒ—ๅฅ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท harpiste

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arpista

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท arpa sanatรงฤฑsฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜ํ”„ ์—ฐ์ฃผ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุงุฒู ุงู„ู‡ุงุฑุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ harfista

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ harfista

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ซ–็ดๆผ”ๅฅ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ harfist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harpuleikari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ั„ะฐัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒ แƒคแƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arpa ifaรงฤฑsฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arpista

Etymology

The term 'harpist' dates back to the early 19th century, derived from the word 'harp,' which comes from Old English 'hearpe' and has roots in Germanic languages. The harp itself is one of the oldest known string instruments, with evidence of its existence found in ancient civilizations. The evolution of the harp and its performance techniques led to the establishment of specialized players known as harpists. In the past, harpists often held important roles in royal courts, where their music was used for entertainment. As the musical landscape expanded, the harpist's role evolved, becoming a prominent figure in various genres, including classical, folk, and popular music. Today, harpists continue to showcase their talents in a range of settings, from orchestras to solo performances, contributing to the rich tapestry of musical history.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,593 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.