De akoestische gitaar
Example: Ik speel elke avond op mijn akoestische gitaar.
Definition
"De akoestische gitaar" is a musical instrument that produces sound through the vibration of its strings amplified by its hollow wooden body, without the need for electronic amplification. It is commonly used in various music genres and played by strumming or plucking the strings.
Etymology
The term "de akoestische gitaar" comes from Dutch, where "akoestische" means 'acoustic,' derived from the Greek word 'akoustikos,' relating to hearing or sound. "Gitaar" traces back to the Latin 'cithara,' which itself comes from the ancient Greek 'kithara,' a stringed instrument. Did you know that the acoustic guitar's design has evolved over centuries, blending influences from various cultures?
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"De akoestische gitaar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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the acoustic guitar