cello
Translation
cello
Examples
She plays the cello in the orchestra.
She plays the cello in the orchestra.
The sound of the cello is very deep.
The sound of the cello is very deep.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the cello)) a large stringed instrument She plays the cello in the orchestra.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none); Similar instruments: violin, viola, double bass
Etymology
From Italian 'violoncello', a diminutive of 'violone' meaning 'large viol'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a large violin that you have to sit down to play. The 'cell-' part sounds like 'sell', but it's a musical instrument you 'play'.