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flautist


Meanings
  • noun

    A person who plays the flute as a musical instrument.

    - "The flautist performed a beautiful solo."
    - "Johannes Brahms composed several pieces for flautist and piano."

Synonyms

aulete , flute-player , fluter , flutist
Rhymes
Words rhyming with flautist
mute , fute , cute
Variants
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flautist , flautists
Etymology
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Derived from the Old French word 'fleute' meaning 'flute'. The suffix '-ist' denotes a person who practices or specializes in the use of a particular instrument or activity.


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  1. The flute is one of the oldest musical instruments, with evidence dating back to 43,000 BC.

  2. The longest flute ever recorded was 13 meters (42.65 feet) long.

  3. The flute is often used in the orchestral family of woodwind instruments.


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  1. Flute: A musical wind instrument that produces sound from the vibration of air blown against a sharp edge, called a lip plate, causing the column of air in the tube to vibrate. The pitch is controlled by covering or opening holes in the body of the instrument with the fingers.


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The flautist holds an essential role in various music genres, including classical, jazz, and world music. Notable flautists include James Galway, Jean-Pierre Rampal, and Taffanel. The instrument itself has a rich history, dating back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece.

How to Memorize "flautist"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person holding a flute, standing on a stage, wearing a tuxedo, and playing a beautiful melody.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'flautist' with the image of a person playing a flute, such as a musician in an orchestra or a solo performer.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Flea Under The Instrument Trying Hard' to remember the word 'flautist'. This phrase can be broken down as follows: F - Flute, L - Lute (similar to flute), U - Under, T - Try, H - Hard.


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