adj B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

orchestral

awr-KEHST-ruhl

Orchestral (adj) means relating to, or written for, an orchestra. Example: “The film score features lush orchestral arrangements.”

adj

Relating to, or written for, an orchestra.

"The film score features lush orchestral arrangements."

"She prefers orchestral music to solo piano pieces."

How to use orchestral

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes music played by, or written for, a full orchestra.

Common pairings

orchestral music orchestral score orchestral arrangement

orchestrals plural

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The film score features lush _____ arrangements.

Built from "orchestra" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-al."

ancestral

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.