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Humperdinck

Humperdinck

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A German composer known for the opera Hansel and Gretel
  • proper noun
  • /ˈhʌmpərdɪŋk/
: Humperdinck
  • Many people are familiar with the music of Humperdinck, especially his famous children's opera.
  • Humperdinck
  • Humperdinck's opera

Examples

  • There are many versions of Hansel and Gretel, the basis of Humperdinck's opera.

    Academic text (2002)

  • The concert featured various songs by Humperdinck, highlighting his influence on contemporary music.

  • Humperdinck?

    History of the World: Part I (1981)

  • - Engelbert Humperdinck?

    Summer of Sam (1999)

  • I don't like it when he is tortured in the Pit of Despair by the evil Count Rugen and the coward Prince Humperdinck.

    Blog text (1)

  • Engelbert Humperdinck composed the beloved opera Hansel and Gretel in the late 19th century.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Humperdinck is a German family name most famous as the surname of the composer Engelbert Humperdinck, who wrote the opera 'Hansel and Gretel'. A helpful way to remember it is that it starts with hum, like a quiet musical sound, so the name now quickly makes people think of the German composer and his music.