clarinet
What is another word for clarinet? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A single-reed woodwind instrument with a smooth, rich tone that varies across its low, middle, and high registers.
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How to use clarinet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
play the clarinet
a clarinet solo
clarinet section
Etymology
From Italian clarinetto, a diminutive of clarino ("trumpet"), because early clarinets had a bright, trumpet-like tone.
Full origin of clarinet →Frequently asked questions
What does “clarinet” mean?
The word “clarinet” means a single-reed woodwind instrument with a smooth, rich tone that varies across its low, middle, and high registers. In plain terms, a woodwind instrument played with a single reed, common in orchestras, jazz bands, and school music programmes.
How do you pronounce “clarinet”?
“Clarinet” is pronounced kla-rih-NEHT (/ˌklæɹɪˈnɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “clarinet” in a sentence?
Here is “clarinet” used in a sentence: “She has played the clarinet since she was eight.”
What part of speech is “clarinet”?
“Clarinet” is a noun.
Where does the word “clarinet” come from?
The word “clarinet” comes from Italian. From Italian clarinetto, a diminutive of clarino ("trumpet"), because early clarinets had a bright, trumpet-like tone.
