What are some common musical instruments?
Musical instruments are objects people use to make music. There are many different types. Let’s learn some common ones:
- Guitar: This instrument has strings. You play it with your hands. I like to play the guitar.
- Violin: This is a small string instrument. You play it with a bow. The violin makes a beautiful sound.
- Piano: This is a large instrument with black and white keys. You press the keys. My sister plays the piano.
- Saxophone: This is a shiny, golden instrument. It is a wind instrument. He plays the saxophone in a band.
- Clarinet: This is a black wind instrument. It has keys. She learns the clarinet at school.
- Drums: These are many instruments together. You hit them with sticks. The drums make a loud rhythm.
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How do we talk about playing instruments?
When you want to say someone makes music with an instrument, you use the verb play.
It is important to use the word the before the instrument name. For example, we say play the guitar, а не просто play guitar.
- I play the piano.
- Do you play the violin?
- She wants to learn the saxophone.
| Instrument | What it is |
|---|---|
| Guitar | A string instrument. |
| Violin | A small string instrument played with a bow. |
| Piano | A large instrument with keys. |
| Saxophone | A shiny wind instrument. |
| Clarinet | A black wind instrument. |
| Drums | Instruments you hit for rhythm. |
Примеры
- My brother plays the guitar.
- The violin is a beautiful instrument.
- Can you play the piano?
- I like the sound of the saxophone.
- She has a new clarinet.
- The drums make a lot of noise!
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A common mistake for Spanish speakers is to forget the word the before the instrument when talking about playing it.
In Spanish, you might say ‘tocar guitarra’ (to play guitar) without ‘la’. But in English, we usually say play the guitar.
- Правильно: I play the piano.
- Неправильно: I play piano.
Часто задаваемые вопросы
What is a musical instrument?
It is an object used to make music. For example, a guitar or a piano.
How do I say ‘tocar’ for an instrument in English?
You use the verb play. Например, I play the guitar.
Do I always use ‘the’ before an instrument?
Yes, when you talk about playing it, you usually say play the guitar или play the piano.





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