How Do You Spell VIOLINE?

Pronunciation: [vˈa͡ɪ͡əliːn] (IPA)

Correct spelling for the English word "Violine" is [vˈa͡ɪ͡əliːn], [vˈa‍ɪ‍əliːn], [v_ˈaɪə_l_iː_n] (IPA phonetic alphabet).

VIOLINE Meaning and Definition

  1. Violine is a noun that refers to a musical instrument in the violin family, also commonly known as a violin. It is a string instrument with four strings, typically tuned in perfect fifths (G, D, A, and E) and played with a bow. The instrument has a hollow, curved body made from carefully carved wood, usually spruce or maple, and is characterized by its gentle, flowing shape and elegant design.

    The violine is played by placing the strings against the fingerboard, which shortens their effective length and produces different pitches when touched at different points. The bow, made from horsehair stretched across a straight, wooden stick, is drawn across the strings to create sound. The musician can further manipulate the pitch and volume by altering the pressure applied to the bow and adjusting finger placement on the strings.

    The violine is a versatile instrument widely used in various musical genres, including classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music. Its resonant and rich sound is often praised for its ability to convey emotion and expressiveness. The instrument is typically played solo, as part of smaller ensembles, or as a prominent member of a larger orchestra. Skilled violinists spend years honing their technique to produce beautiful, delicate, and expressive melodies on the violine.

  2. An emetic alkaloid from Viola odorata, and V. tricolor.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. A white poisonous principle obtained from the sweet violet.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for VIOLINE

  • violein
  • bioline
  • gioline
  • fioline
  • vuoline
  • vjoline
  • vkoline
  • vooline
  • v9oline
  • v8oline
  • viiline
  • vikline
  • villine
  • vipline
  • vi0line
  • vi9line
  • viokine
  • viopine
  • viooine
  • violune

Etymology of VIOLINE

The word Violine originated from the Italian word violino, which means small viola or little viol. It was derived from the Latin word vitula, a term used for stringed instruments. The Italian violino also influenced the English term violin.

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