De stemapparaat
Example: Het stemapparaat helpt muzikanten hun instrumenten nauwkeurig af te stemmen.
Definition
"De stemapparaat" refers to a tuning device used by musicians to accurately adjust their instruments to the correct pitch. It helps ensure that the instrument produces the intended notes, making it essential for proper musical performance and sound quality.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de stemapparaat" combines "stem" meaning 'tuning' or 'voice' and "apparaat" meaning 'device' or 'apparatus.' The term literally describes a device used for tuning, originating from the practical need to standardize musical pitch. Did you know that while "stem" also means 'voice,' in this context it relates specifically to tuning instruments?
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"De stemapparaat" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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