Afinar de oído
Example: Ella puede afinar de oído la guitarra rápidamente.
Definition
"Afinar de oído" means to tune a musical instrument by relying solely on one's sense of hearing, without using any electronic tuner or reference device. It involves adjusting the instrument's pitch accurately by listening carefully to the sound produced.
Etymology
The phrase "afinar de oído" comes from Spanish, where "afinar" means to tune or refine, and "oído" means ear. It literally translates to 'tune by ear.' This expression highlights the skill of musicians who can adjust instruments just by listening, a practice dating back to times before electronic tuners existed.
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