Plectra: meaning, definitions and examples
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plectra
[ หplษktrษ ]
musical instrument
Plectra is the plural form of plectrum, which refers to a small tool used for plucking or strumming musical instruments such as guitars or lutes. It enables musicians to produce sound from stringed instruments by providing a means to strike the strings without using fingers.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He forgot to bring his plectra to the gig.
- Different plectra can produce varying tones on the guitar.
- Guitarists often experiment with various types of plectra to enhance their sound.
Translations
Translations of the word "plectra" in other languages:
๐ต๐น plectros
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคฒเฅเคเฅเคเฅเคฐเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Plektren
๐ฎ๐ฉ plektrum
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะปะตะบััะธ
๐ต๐ฑ plektry
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฌใฏใใฉใ
๐ซ๐ท plectres
๐ช๐ธ plectros
๐น๐ท plektralar
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ ํธ๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจูููุชุฑูู
๐จ๐ฟ plektra
๐ธ๐ฐ plektrรก
๐จ๐ณ ๆจ็
๐ธ๐ฎ plektri
๐ฎ๐ธ plektrar
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะปะตะบัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฅแขแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ plektrlษr
๐ฒ๐ฝ plectros
Etymology
The word 'plectrum' comes from the Latin term for 'a small instrument for playing strings', which itself is derived from the Greek word 'plektra', meaning 'to strike' or 'to hit'. In ancient times, plectra were made from materials such as animal horn, wood, or ivory, and were used by musicians to create sound on string instruments. As music evolved through various cultures, the design and form of plectra transformed, with modern versions now made from plastic, metal, or other synthetic materials. The plural form 'plectra' highlights the existence of multiple such tools used by musicians, reflecting the diversity in styles and preferences for instrument-playing techniques. Various types of plectra exist today, catering to different sounds and playing styles, and are an indispensable part of many musicians' equipment.