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👧 A girl's name 🎶 A string instrument
veena

veena

1 8.4
A long Indian instrument with strings and a large round body used in classical music
  • noun
  • /ˈviːnə/
: vina
  • The veena is a classical Indian instrument that features a long neck and large resonator, integral to traditional music performances.

This instrument is the Chitra veena.

Examples

  • Many students learn to play the veena to preserve the rich heritage of Indian classical music.

  • I'm playing the Saraswati veena in Tibet.

    Soul (2020)

  • During the concert, the musician skillfully played the veena, captivating the audience with its melodic tones.

Synonyms

vina
vsveena
1 9.9

A long Indian instrument with strings used in classical music

is specific about having a long neck and large resonator

How Complex

sitar
8 8.0
veena
1 8.4
lute
15 8.6
guitar
742 1.0
stringed instrument
  • Specialized
6 2.9

Surface Forms

veena singular
veenas plural

Etymology

The word veena comes from the Sanskrit word vīṇā, which means 'stringed instrument'. That's why a veena is the long, plucked instrument used in Indian classical music.