Das Instrument
Example: Das Instrument im Orchester erzeugt einen klaren Klang.
Definition
"Das Instrument" refers to a device or tool designed to perform a specific function, commonly known as a musical tool used to produce sounds, such as in an orchestra where it generates clear tones.
Etymology
The word "das Instrument" comes from the Latin term 'instrumentum,' meaning tool or implement. It originally referred to any device used to perform work, but over time, it became closely associated with musical tools capable of producing sound. Did you know that 'instrumentum' also inspired the English word 'instrument'?
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"Das Instrument" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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