Tympani: meaning, definitions and examples

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tympani

 

[ หˆtษชm.pษ™.ni ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical instrument

Tympani, commonly known as kettledrums, are a type of musical instrument classified as percussion. They consist of a hollow, hemispherical shell and a drumhead that is affixed to the top, which can be tuned by adjusting the tension of the head. Tympani are typically played with mallets and are often used in orchestras, concert bands, and other musical ensembles. They produce a rich, resonant sound and are notable for their distinctive, deep tones. Musicians can vary the pitch by either tuning the drum or using different mallets.

Synonyms

drum, kettledrum, percussion instrument

Examples of usage

  • The orchestra included a section of tympani that added depth to the performance.
  • During the concert, the tympani provided a dramatic build-up to the finale.
  • The tympani player showcased impressive technique during the challenging solo.
  • In classical music, tympani often underscore significant moments.

Translations

Translations of the word "tympani" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tรญmpano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเคฟเคฎเฅเคชเคพเคจเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tympani

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ timpani

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะธะผะฟะฐะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ timpani

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ†ใ‚ฃใƒณใƒ‘ใƒ‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท timbales

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tรญmpano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท timpani

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒ€ํŒŒ๋‹ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุจู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ timpรกny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ timpรกny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎš้Ÿณ้ผ“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ timpani

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ timpani

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะธะผะฟะฐะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ˜แƒ›แƒžแƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ timpani

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tรญmpano

Etymology

The term 'tympani' comes from the Latin word 'tympanum,' which means 'drum.' The Latin term itself is derived from the Greek word 'tympanon,' meaning 'drum' or 'tympanum.' Historically, similar instruments have been used in various cultures, with roots that trace back to ancient civilizations. Tympani were notably used in ancient Greek and Roman music. They evolved through the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, becoming a prominent fixture in European orchestras by the 17th century. The construction of tympani has advanced over centuries, with modern versions featuring tuning mechanisms that allow for precise pitch adjustments, enhancing their role in classical music compositions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,600, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.