De viool
Example: Ze speelt elke week op de viool in het orkest.
Definition
"De viool" is a stringed musical instrument played with a bow, known for its high-pitched and expressive sound. It is commonly used in orchestras, chamber music, and solo performances, as in the example phrase where someone plays "de viool" weekly in an orchestra.
Etymology
The word "de viool" in Dutch comes from the Old French word 'violle,' which itself derives from the Medieval Latin 'vitula,' meaning stringed instrument. Interestingly, 'vitula' also relates to a Roman goddess of joy, hinting at the instrument's association with music and celebration.
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"De viool" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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