instrumental in French

instrumental in French is instrumental, instrumentale, musique instrumentale — instrumental means playing a key or essential role in making something happen.

instrumental in French

instrumental

adj

instrumentale

noun

(music) A composition written or performed without lyrics or singing, using a lead instrument to replace vocals.

musique instrumentale

noun

(music) A composition written or performed without lyrics or singing, using a lead instrument to replace vocals.

What does "instrumental" mean?

adj Playing a key or essential role in making something happen.
"His advice was instrumental in helping me choose the right university."
adj Involving or written for musical instruments rather than voice.
"We played an instrumental arrangement of the folk tune at the wedding."
noun A piece of music performed without vocals.
"The band recorded an instrumental to open their new album."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

instrumental in a sentence

His advice was instrumental in helping me choose the right university.
Local volunteers were instrumental in bringing the village hall back to life.
We played an instrumental arrangement of the folk tune at the wedding.
I prefer instrumental music when I'm studying because lyrics distract me.

Similar words in French

crucial key pivotal vital

Common French translations

the of to AND A in I IS that for you IT

Frequently asked questions

What is "instrumental" in French?

"instrumental" in French is instrumental, instrumentale, musique instrumentale. instrumental means: Playing a key or essential role in making something happen.

How do you use "instrumental" in a sentence?

Example: "His advice was instrumental in helping me choose the right university." In French, "instrumental" is instrumental, instrumentale, musique instrumentale.

Are there other ways to say "instrumental" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "instrumental": instrumental, instrumentale, musique instrumentale.

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