Virginal: meaning, definitions and examples
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virginal
[ หvษหdสษชn(ษ)l ]
musical instrument
A virginal is a small harpsichord-like keyboard instrument of the late Renaissance and Baroque periods, played with quills and having one manual. It is rectangular in shape and has strings running parallel to the keyboard.
Synonyms
clavichord, harpsichord, spinet.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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virginal |
This term is often used in historical contexts to refer to a small, rectangular keyboard instrument popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
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harpsichord |
Widely recognized for its distinct, bright and metallic sound, the harpsichord is often associated with Baroque music. It is suitable for large spaces and has historical significance in orchestral and chamber music.
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clavichord |
The clavichord is typically mentioned in discussions about early keyboard instruments, particularly between the 14th and 18th centuries. It is known for its quiet and expressive sound, making it suitable for intimate performances.
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spinet |
Spinet refers to a smaller, more compact version of the harpsichord. It is used in settings where space is limited, and it has a less powerful sound compared to a full-sized harpsichord.
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Examples of usage
- The musician played a beautiful piece on the virginal during the concert.
- She practiced diligently on the virginal to perfect her performance.
Translations
Translations of the word "virginal" in other languages:
๐ต๐น virginal
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคเคตเคพเคฐเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช jungfrรคulich
๐ฎ๐ฉ perawan
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฝะพัะปะธะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ dziewiczy
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฆๅฅณใฎ
๐ซ๐ท virginal
๐ช๐ธ virgen
๐น๐ท bakire
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฒ๋ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุฐุฑู
๐จ๐ฟ panenskรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ panenskรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๅคๅฅณ็
๐ธ๐ฎ devinski
๐ฎ๐ธ meyjar
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟำะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแฌแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bakir
๐ฒ๐ฝ virgen
Etymology
The word 'virginal' originates from the Latin word 'virginalis', meaning 'of a maiden' or 'of or pertaining to a virgin'. In the context of the musical instrument, the term was first used in the 16th century to describe the small keyboard instrument. The virginal gained popularity during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, especially in England and the Netherlands.
See also: virginity.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,845, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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