A1 noun 中性

instrument

/ˈɪn.strə.mənt/

An object that is played to make musical sounds, such as a piano, guitar, or drum. It can also be a tool used by scientists or doctors to do very exact work.

例句

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1

I want to learn how to play a musical instrument like the violin.

I want to learn how to play a musical tool like the violin.

2

The surgeon requested a specific surgical instrument for the operation.

The doctor asked for a specific medical tool for the surgery.

3

Cool instrument! Is that a bass guitar?

Nice musical tool! Is that a bass guitar?

词族

名词
instrument
Verb
instrument
副词
instrumentally
形容词
instrumental
相关
instrumentation
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记忆技巧

Think of 'Instructions' for an 'Instrument'—complex tools and musical devices usually come with a book of instructions.

快速测验

She practiced her musical _______ for two hours every day.

正确!

正确答案是: instrument

例句

1

I want to learn how to play a musical instrument like the violin.

everyday

I want to learn how to play a musical tool like the violin.

2

The surgeon requested a specific surgical instrument for the operation.

formal

The doctor asked for a specific medical tool for the surgery.

3

Cool instrument! Is that a bass guitar?

informal

Nice musical tool! Is that a bass guitar?

4

The telescope is a vital scientific instrument for studying distant galaxies.

academic

The telescope is an important scientific tool for studying far stars.

5

The bank offers various financial instruments to help clients save money.

business

The bank offers different financial documents or tools to help clients save money.

词族

名词
instrument
Verb
instrument
副词
instrumentally
形容词
instrumental
相关
instrumentation

常见搭配

musical instrument an object used to make music
play an instrument to make music with an object
scientific instrument a tool used for science
surgical instrument a tool used in medical operations
wind instrument an instrument you blow into to make sound

常用短语

musical instrument

a tool for making music

instrument of change

something that causes change to happen

precision instrument

a tool that is very accurate

容易混淆的词

instrument vs tool

A tool is usually for manual work like building, while an instrument is for music or precise scientific measurement.

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使用说明

In everyday English, 'instrument' almost always refers to music. In professional settings, it refers to precise equipment used in science or medicine.

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常见错误

Learners often say 'play the music instrument' instead of 'play a musical instrument' or 'play an instrument'.

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记忆技巧

Think of 'Instructions' for an 'Instrument'—complex tools and musical devices usually come with a book of instructions.

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词源

From the Latin word 'instrumentum', which means equipment, tool, or document.

语法模式

Countable noun: one instrument, two instruments Often used with the verb 'play' for music Usually followed by 'of' in figurative phrases (e.g., instrument of peace)
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文化背景

In many Western cultures, children are encouraged to learn a musical instrument as part of a well-rounded education.

快速测验

She practiced her musical _______ for two hours every day.

正确!

正确答案是: instrument

更多music词汇

melody

A1

A melody is a sequence of musical notes that are pleasant to listen to and form a main tune. It is the part of a song that people usually hum or sing along with.

note

A1

In music, a note is a single sound with a specific pitch and length. It also refers to the written symbol on a page that tells a musician which sound to play.

scale

A1

A musical scale is a set of musical notes ordered by pitch, going up or down in a specific pattern. It acts like a ladder of sounds that musicians use to create melodies and harmonies.

sharp

A1

In music, a sharp is a symbol (#) that tells a player to play a note one half-step higher. It also refers to the specific note that has been raised.

flat

A1

In music, a flat is a symbol (♭) that tells a musician to play a note a half-step lower than usual. It also describes a sound or voice that is slightly lower than the correct musical pitch.

beat

A1

The regular pulse or rhythm in a piece of music that you can clap your hands or tap your feet to. It is the basic unit of time in a song that helps musicians stay together.

bar

A1

In music, a bar is a short section of music that contains a specific number of beats. It is shown on paper by vertical lines that divide the musical staff into equal parts.

time signature

A1

A time signature is a set of two numbers at the beginning of a piece of music. It tells the musician how many beats are in each measure and which note value represents one beat.

violin

A1

A musical instrument with four strings that is held under the chin and played with a bow. It is known for its high-pitched, expressive sound and is used in many types of music, especially classical and folk.

viola

A1

A viola is a musical instrument with four strings that is held under the chin and played with a bow. It looks like a violin but is slightly larger and has a deeper, lower sound.

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