De snaar
Example: De snaar van de gitaar is gebroken tijdens het spelen.
Definition
"De snaar" refers to the string of a musical instrument, such as a guitar or violin, which vibrates to produce sound when plucked, struck, or bowed. It is essential for creating musical tones and varies in thickness and material depending on the instrument.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de snaar" originates from the Old Dutch word 'snar,' which is related to the German 'Saite' and English 'string.' It traces back to the Proto-Germanic root *snarą, meaning a cord or thread, highlighting its fundamental role as a stretched thread that produces sound in musical instruments.
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"De snaar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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