What are musical instruments?
Musical instruments are objects people use to make music. They create different sounds and melodies.
There are many types of instruments around the world.
Common Musical Instruments
Let’s learn some basic names of instruments in English. These are popular instruments you might see or hear.
- "(《世界人权宣言》) guitar is a string instrument. You hold it and pluck or strum the strings.
- "(《世界人权宣言》) piano is a large instrument with black and white keys. You press the keys to make sounds.
- "(《世界人权宣言》) drums are percussion instruments. You hit them with sticks to make rhythms.
- "(《世界人权宣言》) violin is a small string instrument. You play it with a bow.
- "(《世界人权宣言》) clarinet is a woodwind instrument. You blow into it and press keys.
- "(《世界人权宣言》) saxophone is also a woodwind instrument, often used in jazz music. It has a curved shape.
How to talk about playing instruments
When you want to say someone plays an instrument, we use the verb play.
Remember to use the before the instrument name.
- I play the guitar.
- She plays the piano.
- They play the drums.
| Type of Instrument | 示例 |
|---|---|
| String | guitar, violin |
| Keyboard | piano |
| Percussion | drums |
| Woodwind | clarinet, saxophone |
示例
- My brother has a new guitar.
- Can you play the piano?
- The drums are very loud.
- She wants to learn the violin.
- He plays the clarinet in the band.
- The saxophone has a beautiful sound.
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西班牙语母语者常犯的错误
A common mistake for Spanish speakers is forgetting the article the before the instrument when using the verb play.
- 错误： I play guitar.
- 正确： I play the guitar.
Always remember the when talking about playing a specific instrument.
常见问题
What is a string instrument?
A string instrument makes music from vibrating strings. Examples are the guitar 和 violin.
What is a percussion instrument?
A percussion instrument makes sound when you hit it. The drums are a percussion instrument.
What is a woodwind instrument?
A woodwind instrument makes sound when air blows through it. The clarinet 和 saxophone are woodwind instruments.
How do I say ‘tocar un instrumento’ in English?
You say “to play an instrument”. 例如，, “I play the piano.”
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