pianist
Pianist (noun) means a person who plays the piano, especially skillfully. Example: “The pianist gave a stunning performance of Chopin's nocturnes.”
How to use pianist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who plays the piano.
Word forms
pianists plural
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The _____ gave a stunning performance of Chopin's nocturnes.
Etymology
From French pianiste, from Italian pianista, built from piano plus -ist.
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What does “pianist” mean?
The word “pianist” means a person who plays the piano, especially skillfully. In plain terms, someone who plays the piano.
How do you pronounce “pianist”?
“Pianist” is pronounced PEE-uh-nihst (/ˈpi.ənɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “pianist” in a sentence?
Here is “pianist” used in a sentence: “The pianist gave a stunning performance of Chopin's nocturnes.”
What is another word for “pianist”?
Words with a similar meaning to “pianist” include pianofortist, pianoist and piano player.
What part of speech is “pianist”?
“Pianist” is a noun.
Where does the word “pianist” come from?
The word “pianist” comes from French. From French pianiste, from Italian pianista, built from piano plus -ist.
Is “pianist” a common word?
“Pianist” is an uncommon word in modern English.