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Sousaphone: meaning, definitions and examples

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sousaphone

 

[ หˆsuหzษ™หŒfoสŠn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical instrument

A sousaphone is a large brass instrument in the tuba family, named after the American composer and conductor John Philip Sousa. It is typically played in marching bands and is notable for its oversized, circular shape designed for easy transport. The instrument produces a deep, resonant sound that can be heard clearly in outdoor settings.

Synonyms

brass instrument, tuba

Examples of usage

  • The band marched proudly with a sousaphone at the front.
  • He played the sousaphone in the school marching band.
  • During the parade, the sousaphone's sound echoed through the streets.
  • She expertly carried the sousaphone on her shoulder.
  • The sousaphone added a rich depth to the brass ensemble.

Translations

Translations of the word "sousaphone" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sousafone

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅŒเคธเคพเคซเฅ‹เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sousaphon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sousaphone

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะทะฐั„ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sousafon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒผใ‚ถใƒ•ใ‚ฉใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sousaphone

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sousafรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sousafon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆ˜์žํฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูˆุณุงููˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sousafon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sousafon

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‹่จไธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sousafon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sousafon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพัะฐั„ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฃแƒ–แƒแƒคแƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sousafon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sousafรณn

Etymology

The sousaphone's history dates back to the late 19th century, primarily associated with military and marching bands. It was invented by the American musician J.W. Pepper in 1893 but was later popularized by John Philip Sousa, who desired a more practical version of the tuba for outdoor performances. The instrument's innovative design includes a coiled shape, which allows it to be carried easily while providing the sound projection needed in large ensembles. The sousaphone quickly became a staple in marching bands, and its popularity spread to various musical genres, from jazz to concert bands. Over the years, various manufacturers and musicians have developed distinctive versions of the sousaphone, leading it to retain its significance in brass music today.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,212, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.