Xylophone: meaning, definitions and examples
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xylophone
[ ˈzaɪ.lə.foʊn ]
musical instrument
A xylophone is a musical instrument consisting of a series of wooden bars of different lengths that are struck with mallets to produce musical notes. It is a percussion instrument that is commonly used in orchestras, bands, and music education programs.
Synonyms
glockenspiel, marimba, vibraphone
Examples of usage
- The xylophone player showcased their talent during the concert.
- She practiced playing the xylophone for hours to perfect her performance.
- The sound of the xylophone added a unique element to the music piece.
- The xylophone's bright tones resonated throughout the hall.
- The music teacher taught the students how to play the xylophone.
Translations
Translations of the word "xylophone" in other languages:
🇵🇹 xilofone
🇮🇳 झिलाफ़ोन
🇩🇪 Xylophon
🇮🇩 xilofon
🇺🇦 ксилофон
🇵🇱 ksylofon
🇯🇵 シロフォン
🇫🇷 xylophone
🇪🇸 xilófono
🇹🇷 ksilofon
🇰🇷 실로폰
🇸🇦 زيلوفون
🇨🇿 xylofon
🇸🇰 xylofón
🇨🇳 木琴
🇸🇮 ksilofon
🇮🇸 sílofónn
🇰🇿 ксилофон
🇬🇪 ქსილოფონი
🇦🇿 ksiloфон
🇲🇽 xilófono
Word origin
The word 'xylophone' has its origins in the Greek words 'xulon' (wood) and 'phone' (sound). It has been used in various cultures for centuries, with early versions dating back to ancient Asia and Africa. The modern xylophone as we know it today developed in the 19th century and has since become a popular instrument in both classical and contemporary music.