harper
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈhɑːrpər/
KK: /ˈhɑːrpər/
noun
Definition
A person who plays the harp, a musical instrument with strings that are plucked.
Example
The harper played a beautiful melody at the concert.
Conversation
Did you know that my sister is a talented harper?
Really? That's impressive!
Yeah, she plays at weddings and events all the time.
I would love to hear her play sometime!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
musician
artist
performer
Antonyms
verb
Definition
To play a musical instrument called the harp, which has strings that are plucked to produce sound.
Example
She loves to harper at family gatherings, filling the room with beautiful music.
Tense Forms
Past: harped
Past Participle: harped
Conversation
Have you ever seen someone harper at a party?
No, I haven't! That sounds interesting.
I think it's really beautiful when they harper a nice melody.
Root Explanation
**Harper** → The word 'harper' originates from Old English 'hearpe' (meaning harp) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A harper is a person who plays the harp.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who plays the 'harp' — that's what a 'harper' means.
Visually Confused Words
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warper
sharer
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hearer
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harder