orchestral
awr-KEHST-ruhl
Orchestral (adj) means relating to, or written for, an orchestra. Example: “The film score features lush orchestral arrangements.”
adj
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Relating to, or written for, an orchestra.
"orchestral music/piece/sound"
"The film score features lush orchestral arrangements."
"She prefers orchestral music to solo piano pieces."
How to use orchestral
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes music played by, or written for, a full orchestra.
Common pairings
orchestral music
orchestral score
orchestral arrangement
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Word forms
- Plural
- orchestrals
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Etymology
Built from "orchestra" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-al."
Rhymes for orchestral
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What does “orchestral” mean?
The word “orchestral” means relating to, or written for, an orchestra. In plain terms, describes music played by, or written for, a full orchestra.
How do you pronounce “orchestral”?
“Orchestral” is pronounced awr-KEHST-ruhl (/ˌɔɹˈkɛstɹəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “orchestral” in a sentence?
Here is “orchestral” used in a sentence: “The film score features lush orchestral arrangements.”
What part of speech is “orchestral”?
“Orchestral” is an adjective.
Is “orchestral” a common word?
“Orchestral” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
