cellist
CHEH-lihst
Cellist (noun) means a person who plays the cello. Example: “The orchestra's principal cellist gave a stunning solo.”
noun
1
A person who plays the cello.
"Though relative newcomers to classical music, they seemed closely attuned to the eight cellists onstage, raising their heads abruptly as the piece’s languid strains gave way to rapid-fire bow strokes."
— Lisa Abend, When the Cellos Play, the Cows Come Home (2021)
"The orchestra's principal cellist gave a stunning solo."
How to use cellist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who plays the cello.
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like cellist.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- cellists
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
The orchestra's principal _____ gave a stunning solo.
Etymology
From cello plus the "-ist" ending used for people who play instruments.
Synonyms
View more →Related words
Frequently asked questions
What does “cellist” mean?
The word “cellist” means a person who plays the cello. In plain terms, someone who plays the cello.
How do you pronounce “cellist”?
“Cellist” is pronounced CHEH-lihst (/ˈt͡ʃɛlɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “cellist” in a sentence?
Here is “cellist” used in a sentence: “The orchestra's principal cellist gave a stunning solo.”
What part of speech is “cellist”?
“Cellist” is a noun.
Featured in
Vocabulary lists that include cellist:
