cellist

CHEH-lihst

Cellist (noun) means a person who plays the cello. Example: “The orchestra's principal cellist gave a stunning solo.”

noun

A person who plays the cello.

"The orchestra's principal cellist gave a stunning solo."

How to use cellist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who plays the cello.

cellists plural

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The orchestra's principal _____ gave a stunning solo.

From cello plus the "-ist" ending used for people who play instruments.

violoncellist

violoncellist

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.

Vocabulary lists that include cellist:

violoncellist