balalaika
What is another word for balalaika? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A plucked stringed instrument of Russian origin with a triangular body, a short neck and three strings.
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How to use balalaika
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
play the balalaika
a balalaika orchestra
strum a balalaika
a folk balalaika tune
It is a neutral, everyday word used whenever the instrument itself is being discussed.
Etymology
The word comes from the Russian балалайка (balalájka), which English borrowed directly, keeping both the sound and the spelling close to the original.
Full origin of balalaika →Frequently asked questions
What is a balalaika?
It is a Russian stringed instrument with a distinctive triangular body, a short neck and three strings, played by plucking.
How many strings does a balalaika have?
A balalaika has three strings.
Where does the balalaika come from?
It is of Russian origin, and its English name was borrowed straight from the Russian word for it.
