Definition

A musical instrument from Greece that has a long neck and a rounded body, similar to a mandolin, and is played by plucking the strings.

Example

He played a beautiful melody on his bouzouki during the festival.

Conversation

Have you ever heard someone play the bouzouki?

Yes, I love its unique sound!

I want to learn how to play the bouzouki myself.

That would be amazing! We could find a class together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bouzouki → The word 'bouzouki' originates from the Greek 'μπουζούκι' (pronounced 'bouzouki'), which refers to a musical instrument similar to a lute. The term itself does not break down into smaller Latin or Greek roots but is derived from the Turkish word 'bozuk' (meaning broken or out of tune), reflecting the instrument's unique sound and construction.

Memory Tip

Imagine a unique musical instrument that has a 'broken' sound ('bozuk') — that's how you can remember that a bouzouki is a special string instrument.

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