veena
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.
- This instrument is the Chitra veena.
Examples
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Many students learn to play the veena to preserve the rich heritage of Indian classical music.
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I'm playing the Saraswati veena in Tibet.
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During the concert, the musician skillfully played the veena, captivating the audience with its melodic tones.
Synonyms
vina
vsveena
9.9
A long Indian instrument with strings used in classical music
is specific about having a long neck and large resonator
How Complex
Surface Forms
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.