Definition

A musical instrument made of metal bars that are struck with mallets, producing a sound that can be sustained and varied in pitch.

Example

The musician played a beautiful melody on the vibraphone during the concert.

Conversation

Have you ever seen someone play the vibraphone?

No, I haven't! What does it sound like?

It's really unique, almost like a mix between a xylophone and a marimba.

That sounds cool! I’d love to hear one live.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vibraphone → It is formed from "vibrar" (from Latin, meaning to vibrate) and "phone" (from Greek "phonē", meaning sound or voice). The word describes a musical instrument that produces sound through vibrating metal bars.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'vibrate' to remember that a vibraphone is an instrument that creates sound through vibrations.

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